Director of Finance

Summit Search Group has partnered with Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre (Royal MTC) on the recruitment of a Director of Finance. The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre was Canada’s first English language regional theatre, created when two Winnipeg theatre companies merged in 1958 under Artistic Director John Hirsch and General Manager Tom Hendry. Deeply rooted in the province of Manitoba, which gave it life and provides for its growth, Royal MTC aspires to both reflect and engage the community it serves. Royal MTC produces ten plays at two venues, the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival, extensive engagement, outreach and educational activities, and an annual Regional Tour.

Reporting to the Executive Director and a valued member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Finance is responsible for the overall management of financial and accounting operations, budgeting, banking and investments. This includes Box Office, Fundraising and the accounts of the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival. The Director of Finance manages two staff members (Accounts Payable Administrator and Payroll Administrator), and third-party contractors including commercial banking, investment managers, and an audit firm.

The Director of Finance is a self-motivated, hands on, detail oriented professional. The ideal candidate must be well organized, able to meet deadlines and enjoy the challenges and rewards of working in a busy but small office environment. As the successful candidate, you must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict and communicate effectively.

Financial Accounting and Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate accounting records and prepare monthly financial statements.
  • Develop and maintain financial accounting systems.
  • Conduct bookkeeping functions including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payrolls.
  • Prepare Bank reconciliations for operating and investment accounts.
  • Ensure that capital assets are properly recorded and amortized.
  • With Department heads, develop and manage annual budgets.

Payroll:

  • Supervise Payroll Administrator to ensure that independent contractors and employees are paid in a timely, accurate manner and that union dues, employee insurance, benefits, and RRSP contributions are processed accurately.
  • Process and submit statutory and benefits remittances on time.
  • Negotiate and manage employee insurance and benefits plans.
  • Banking and Investment Management:
  • Manage relationships with bank and with investment managers.
  • Renew banking and investment management agreements as required.
  • Report to key external funders regarding investment returns and disbursement of funds.
  • Complete annual Canadian Arts Data (CADAC) financial filings, statutory and ad hoc sectoral surveys.

Compliance to Laws and Regulations:

  • File annual Registered Charities Returns with CRA.
  • Ensure compliance with indirect tax regulations, including GST and PST, and payroll statutory remittances
  • Maintain all legal records.

Board and Committees:

  • Prepare materials for monthly Finance (OP) Committee meetings.
  • Present financial statements and investment returns to MTC Foundation meetings annually.
  • Attend Foundation, Finance Committee meetings, Board meetings occasionally, and AGM.

Qualifications:

  • Post-Secondary education in Commerce, Accounting, or equivalent.
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of senior management experience preferably in a non-profit organization or equivalent.
  • Technology competencies including business accounting software (Sage Accounting, Microsoft Excel), Payroll systems (Grand Master is considered an asset), and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

Royal MTC is on a deliberate and strategic path to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and to becoming an anti-racist organization. We desire to attract a workforce that reflects and shares these values. Recognizing the history of underrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and people of colour (IBPOC) leadership positions in our company, we will prioritize qualified individuals who self-identify as IBPOC. MTC is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with all applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of our process.

For more information, or to submit your resume, please reach out to Gail Eckert, Director, at Summit Search Group, Gail.Eckert@summitsearchgroup.com

Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.

 

 

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
90,000 - 105,000
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Start Date: 
Monday, May 1, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Winnipeg
Province: 
Manitoba
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://summitsearchgroup.com/job/director-of-finance-winnipeg-mb-wg752/

Programming Manager

THE ORGANIZATION

Northcrest Developments (“Northcrest”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Sector Pension Investment Board (“PSP”), which owns the 370-acre Downsview Airport Lands. Northcrest is responsible for leading the redevelopment of this extraordinary site, which will be transformed into a series of thriving complete, mixed-use communities over the coming decades.

With a 30-year horizon before development is complete, Northcrest recognizes the opportunity to pursue public-facing activities on the lands to create an early sense of place. Using arts & culture, sports & recreation, innovation pilots, and other placemaking initiatives, there is an opportunity for the Downsview Airport Lands to immediately become a hub for community, commercial and cultural activity, with programming taking place across the 2.1km runway and inside large-scale hangars. This is a once in a generation opportunity to become a part of an extraordinary city-building and destination-making project.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Executive Director, Site Activation & Programming, the Programming Manager will curate and produce experiences, events, installations and activations on the site, as well as provide client-servicing to third parties who choose to host their independently produced activities on the Downsview Airport Lands. With the unique opportunity to help build a vibrant public destination from the ground up, the Programming Manager will curate and implement high-quality and well-executed programs that reflect local priorities as well as activities with city-wide appeal.

The Programming Manager will ensure the success of these programs by collaborating with other internal departments to drive attendance and secure external partnerships. In addition, this role will work collaboratively with the rest of the Northcrest team to support the overall master plan development, to assist in implementing organizational strategy, integrate responsible development, and participate in community outreach and engagement.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programming

  • Develop programs that drive traffic to the site and enrich both the local community and city-at-large.
  • Build strong relationships with a diverse group of talent who deliver programming and activation, with a high priority on local talent.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director, Site Activation & Programming to create a programming calendar of Northcrest-produced events and installations onsite.
  • Curate and hire artists, animators and activators to fulfill the programming plan.
  • Establish mutually beneficial partnerships and co-producing relationships.
  • Collaborate with external advisory committees.
  • Deliver programming plans through a lens of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
  • Participate in setting the direction of both the interim activation strategy and long-term district activation strategy.

Producing

  • Produce and oversee the smooth execution of all Northcrest-produced events and installations including contracting, logistics and safety-planning.
  • Manage a program budget and schedule, including identifying all resources, such as event support staff and suppliers.
  • Ensure all permit requirements are in place for events and activations and ensure all bylaws requirements are met.
  • Supervise and support placemaking and public art consultants in the execution of their mandates.
  • Create systems and processes that ensure a smooth and positive customer service experience for attendees.

Event Management

  • Serve as a point person for short-term third-party event and activation rentals.
  • Lead tours, prepare initial estimates and negotiate license agreements.
  • Assist and guide clients in determining event requirements.
  • Act as liaison between the client and the site to ensure successful execution.
  • Coordinate the timely implementation of all landlord obligations for third-party events and activations.

Marketing, Sponsorship & Community Engagement

  • Support communications, sponsorship and engagement strategies.
  • Collaborate with the marketing department to develop communication plans for all onsite events.
  • In collaboration with the Executive Director, Site Activation & Programming, pursue sponsorship and other funding opportunities to support in-house programming and ensure the fulfillment of all sponsor or partner obligations.
  • Support the Public Affairs team in maximizing the value of onsite programming for community engagement, community relations and government relations.
  • Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

 

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in an events or cultural environment, preferably in an outdoor setting.
  • Demonstrable experience with both grassroots and large-scale programming and producing.
  • Practical experience in curating, event logistics, community outreach, and production management.
  • Proven ability to be detail oriented in a faced-paced environment while managing the dynamic of multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to be both a creative spirit and pragmatic implementer.
  • An entrepreneurial approach to working, with an independent and highly motivated work ethic.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
  • A proven commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills, interpersonal relationship management, and conflict resolution.
  • Excellent and proven organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and react quickly to changing circumstances.
  • A strong team orientation and collaborative approach.
  • Friendly and professional demeanor with a positive attitude.
  • Willingness to work occasional variable work hours in accordance with event schedules which could include early mornings, late nights and or weekends (time off in lieu will be given).
  • Proven success in fundraising and sales is an asset.
  • Commitment to the company’s goals and values.

 

COMPENSATION

A competitive compensation package will be offered, complete with salary and benefits.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by email with your cover letter and resume by no later than March 5th, 2023. Send to: Northcrest@searchlightpartnersgroup.com

Northcrest Developments is an equal-opportunity employer and committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of the public we serve.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted by Searchlight Partners.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, March 5, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Director of Operations

THE ORGANIZATION

Northcrest Developments (“Northcrest”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Sector Pension Investment Board (“PSP”), which owns the 370-acre Downsview Airport Lands. Northcrest is responsible for leading the redevelopment of this extraordinary site, which will be transformed into a series of thriving complete, mixed-use communities over the coming decades.

With a 30-year horizon before development is complete, Northcrest recognizes the opportunity to pursue public-facing activities on the lands to create an early sense of place (“site activation”). Using arts & culture, sports & recreation, innovation pilots, and other placemaking initiatives, there is an opportunity for the Downsview Airport Lands to immediately become a hub for community, commercial and cultural activity, with programming taking place across the 2.1km runway and inside large-scale hangars. This is a once in a generation opportunity to become a part of an extraordinary city-building and destination-making project.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Executive Director, Site Activation & Programming, the Director of Operations, Site Activation (“Director of Operations”), will oversee the physical transformation of key areas on the Downsview Airport Lands into programming spaces for events, festivals, recreation and innovation pilots, and then develop and manage the operational systems for the day-to-day management of these new cultural destinations.

With a combination of project management, site management and general management duties, the Director of Operations will oversee infrastructure development, leasing and licensing, scheduling, operating policies, permitting, financial systems, staffing and site servicing in the programming zones in order to effectively host first-class internal and third-party activities. In addition, this role will work collaboratively with the rest of the Northcrest team to support the overall master plan vision, to assist in implementing organizational strategy, integrate responsible development, and support community outreach and engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Site Development

  • Manage the physical development of the site that is required to support the programming zones.
  • Contribute infrastructure, operational and financial planning to the design of programming areas in order to create spaces that will meet the needs of users.
  • Prepare RFP and RFQ for the procurement of services.
  • Manage project managers, designers and other consultants and contractors to implement programming areas including access, servicing, parking, and other supporting infrastructure on time and on budget.
  • Collaborate with prospective anchor cultural tenants to assess their needs and provide information and guidance on relevant site conditions.
  • Coordinate all permits and site plans required for programming zone activities in collaboration with the Development team.
  • Prepare capital improvement and maintenance plans and assess ongoing repairs and upgrades to the programming zones.

Operations

  • Develop long-range and short-term strategic and operational plans and systems with the site activation team.
  • Create and maintain systems for scheduling and managing internal and external programs and activities.
  • Develop contractual policies and obligations for all-third parties who license or lease space in the programming zones.
  • Create and maintain security, health & safety, staffing and operating policies that govern all site activation activities and ensure a first-rate public experience.
  • Develop and manage financial systems for efficient budget tracking and the tracking of receivables and payables related to site activation.
  • Establish and manage property management and site management contracts and schedules for the programming zones, as well as a parking strategy.
  • Collaborate with the Infrastructure team on shuttle routing and operations, as well as active transportation routes to address first/last mile solutions.

General Management

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the programming zones.
  • In partnership with the Executive Director, Site Activation & Programming, negotiate license and lease agreements.
  • Manage the development, administration and monitoring of annual and project budgets including processing, tracking and submission of purchases, contracts, revenues and expenditures.
  • Review both internal and third-party event plans and ensure they are comprehensive and at a high standard of safety and excellence.
  • Implement and supervise all landlord obligations required for license and lease fulfillment in the programming zones.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with all relevant city departments and neighbouring organizations, and ensure compliance with all relevant Federal, Provincial and City policies, bylaws and guidelines.
  • Hire and supervise contract staff.
  • Attend key events and event milestones.
  • Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

 

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in an events or cultural environment, preferably in an outdoor setting.
  • Demonstrable experience with large-scale site/venue management, project management, and operations management.
  • Experience in site/venue infrastructure and operations, lease/license negotiation and management, parking management, health & safety planning, event logistics, and/or production management.
  • Practical experience in coordinating contractors and external suppliers involving a wide range of contracts and trades.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislations, regulations, codes, collective agreements, protocols and policies such as Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health protocols, AODA, WHMIS, relevant City By-Laws, etc.
  • Ability to work with and create AutoCad drawings is an asset.
  • Past experience managing construction projects is an asset.
  • Proven ability to be detail oriented in a faced-paced environment while managing the dynamic of multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • An entrepreneurial approach to working, with an independent and highly motivated work ethic.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
  • A proven commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills, interpersonal relationship management, and conflict resolution.
  • Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and react quickly to changing circumstances.
  • A strong team orientation and collaborative approach.
  • Willingness to work occasional variable work hours in accordance with the event schedule which could include early mornings, late nights and or weekends (time off in lieu will be given).
  • Commitment to the company’s goals and values.

 

COMPENSATION

A competitive compensation package will be offered, complete with salary and benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by email with your cover letter and resume by no later than March 5th, 2023. Send to: Northcrest@searchlightpartnersgroup.com

Northcrest Developments is an equal-opportunity employer and committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of the public we serve.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted by Searchlight Partners.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, March 5, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Director of Advancement

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Faculty of Music is seeking a high-performing senior fundraising professional to fill the role of Director of Advancement. Possessing a track record of success in increasingly senior advancement leadership positions in large-scale institutional settings, the Director of Advancement will lead and manage the Faculty of Music’s advancement programs with the goal of increasing fundraising revenues and alumni engagement in support of the Faculty of Music’s highest academic and institutional priorities.

This is an exciting time to join the University of Toronto and work on the most ambitious campaign in Canadian history. Launched in December 2021, Defy Gravity: The Campaign for the University of Toronto seeks to raise $4 billion for the University’s highest priorities.
The Director of Advancement will be a member of the Vice-President, Advancement’s University-wide Senior Advancement Leadership Team. The Director will report jointly to the Dean of the Faculty of Music and to the Vice President, Advancement or designate (typically the AVP Divisional Relations). 

Passionate about music and the arts, the new incumbent will have superior solicitation experience and will be enthusiastic and committed to setting and achieving bold advancement goals in the areas of major gifts, stewardship, annual leadership giving and alumni engagement. As such, the Director will also embody a strong dedication to define the leading edge of advancement practice in Canada and to enhance the University’s overall reputation for advancement excellence.

The Director of Advancement will demonstrate exemplary leadership and team building skills, as well as a strong commitment to develop and empower a team of high-performance advancement professionals to new heights of achievement.

With a sincere openness to continued growth and learning about equity, diversity and inclusion, the Director of Advancement will be supported by and will build upon the University of Toronto’s collective efforts to strengthening the foundations of inclusivity and belonging, ensuring an environment where all are welcome and can thrive.

Possessing outstanding communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work collaboratively with others, the Director will effectively establish and foster efforts to meaningfully engage alumni and volunteers in support of the Faculty of Music’s academic mission.

This position has a target hiring salary range of $120,000 to $140,000 per annum. A full range of pension and benefits are also provided, and further information about University of Toronto benefits can be found at https://hrandequity.utoronto.ca/careers/benefits/

This is a continuing, full-time position and will be based at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Music. Regular work during evenings and weekends will be required for this position as the role will require attendance at evening and weekend performances. This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
Deeply rooted in one of the world’s most diverse city regions, U of T brings a comprehensive approach to solving complex social, economic, and health issues at scale. Our unrivalled commitment to excellence, inclusion, and removing barriers to higher education opens up worlds of opportunity for students.

Canada’s largest and most renowned research-intensive university, the University of Toronto has more than 95,000 students in more than 1000 programs of study across three campuses, along with nearly 23,000 faculty and staff, and more than 640,000 alumni in over 180 countries.

Widely recognized as a global leader in research and education, the University is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in the world and the top university in Canada, placing 18th in the most recent annual Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings, and 26th in the QS World University Rankings. The University of Toronto is also 1st in Canada in the research-focused Academic Ranking of World Universities.

Established in 1827, the University has an operating budget of $3.12 billion, research grants and contract support of $1.45 billion, and more than 19 million holdings in a research library that is ranked one of the top three research libraries in North America. 

U of T’s globally recognized network of faculty members, alumni, and partners creates a unique educational experience for undergraduate and graduate students. With one of the strongest teaching faculties across all disciplines – spanning medicine to business, urban studies to engineering, humanities to education, and more – our students have the opportunity to learn from and work with professors who are some of today’s thought leaders.

Canada’s leading teaching and research University, the University of Toronto is ranked one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers 2023 for the 17th consecutive year, and one of Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers for 2022. Committed to enhancing the diversity and experience of both staff and students, U of T offers employees challenging work, flexible family-friendly programs and opportunities for professional and personal development.

ABOUT THE FACULTY OF MUSIC
For more than 100 years, the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto has been Canada’s leading institution for music creation, performance education, and research. As a cultural cornerstone in one of the world’s most diverse and dynamic cities, the Faculty prepares future generations of arts leaders — hundreds of performers, composers, scholars, and educators who shape tomorrow’s musical experience, sustain Canada’s cultural economy, and have significant global impact.

Values
• The transculturally transformative power of music
• Diversity and fostering individuality in our students, faculty, and staff
• Excellence and equity of opportunity, developing individuals to the best of their and our ability
• Tradition and innovation, reaffirming fundamental practices while creating new ones
• Education and the responsibility to create positive change
• Academic and artistic freedom of expression

With over 550 undergraduate and over 350 graduate students, the Faculty of Music is home to 60 internationally renowned full-time faculty members and over 130 part-time faculty members, many of whom continue to actively work in a professional music capacity.  Academic areas for education and training at the undergraduate level and for study and research at the graduate level include:  Composition, Musicology, Ethnomusicology, Music Theory, Music Education and Music Technology.  The Faculty offers more than 37 degree programs, including BMus, MMus, DMA (Doctor of Musical Arts), MA, PhD, diplomas and certificates. 

Research at the Faculty of Music focuses on understanding music and sound in a global context as expressive cultural communication. Music researchers decipher music and its cultural codes as a reflection of societal values. At UofT Music, creativity-driven research encompasses humanities and social-sciences disciplines, music composition and performance, and many interdisciplinary fields such as music technology & digital media, and music & health sciences. 

Making an impact in cultural communities across the globe, the 7,500 alumni of the Faculty of Music include the caliber of:  mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo (BMusPerf 2016), Grammy nominee, Juno Award winner, Winner of First Prize in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions; soprano Teresa Stratas (ADip 1959), winner of multiple Grammy Awards; Liona Boyd (BMusPerf 1972), Juno Award-winning classical guitarist; Owen Pallett (BMus 2002), composer and violinist who won the Polaris Music Prize in 2006 and was nominated for Best Original Score at the Academy Awards for Her (2013); Roydon Tse (DMA 2019, MMus 2015), composer who has worked with numerous prestigious companies, including the Brussels, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Brno Philharmonic Orchestras, and members of the Paris Opera; Kris Davis (BMusPerf 2001), composer and jazz pianist whose album Diatom Ribbons was named the top Jazz Album of 2019 by The New York Times.

The Visiting Artists & Scholars program is a distinctive feature of the Faculty. Each year, the program provides the community with rich opportunities for interaction with the world’s leading scholars, composers, educators and performers.

The Faculty of Music offers world-class performance space where notable Faculty graduates can return to dazzle audiences, talented students can hone their artistic skills, and community members can enjoy and participate in a diverse array of programming. More than 600 events and performances are offered in most years.

Performance Venues:
Our venues host more performances annually than any other local institution, making them some of the most visible stages in Toronto.
• MacMillan Theatre (815 seats) - Located in the Edward Johnson Building, one of Toronto’s largest stages, with an orchestra pit for 50 musicians, and the only full fly-tower in a post-secondary institution in Canada.
• Walter Hall (490 seats) - Walter Hall is one of Toronto’s finest and most intimate auditoriums and the city’s most active chamber music venue. The concert hall features a world-class Casavant Frères pipe organ.
• Jay Telfer Forum - Currently in the planning stages in an exciting new facility at 90 Queen's Park Crescent.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Toronto and the Faculty of Music
The Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto is deeply committed to furthering equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our community, city, and the world. We are working to weave these principles throughout the Faculty of Music, in our programs, teaching and learning environments, concerts and performances, committee work, and special events.

The Task Force on Equity and Belonging, the Anti-Racism Anti-Oppression Committee, and the Teaching and Learning Committee are three key components of our collective efforts to strengthening the foundations of inclusivity and belonging, work that will benefit all who learn, teach, and work at the Faculty of Music to ensure an environment where all are welcome and can thrive. The Faculty of Music has also recently hired an inaugural Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to help support these efforts.

ADVANCEMENT AT THE FACULTY OF MUSIC
The Advancement Team is an administrative unit of the Faculty of Music and is a high-performing team of four advancement professionals, who are responsible for the cultivation and stewardship of alumni and friends and raising awareness among current and prospective stakeholders about the importance of investing in the Faculty. Key components of the Faculty Advancement program are fundraising, alumni engagement, advancement communications and special events.

The office works in partnership with the Vice-President, Advancement and the Division of University Advancement (DUA) as part of the joint reporting and to ensure alignment and consistency with the overall goals of the University and Faculty.

Faculty of Music Campaign Priorities & Philanthropic Opportunities
As the Faculty of Music enters its second century, a new level of achievement is envisioned – becoming a truly global leader in research, composition and performance. The Faculty of Music will accomplish this through internationalizing our student body, strengthening our interdisciplinary research and impact and community outreach, and undertaking essential upgrades to our infrastructure. The Faculty of Music presents an array of projects and unique opportunities for donors and partners to help elevate the Faculty’s global stature by providing private funding for its top strategic priorities.

Attracting Global Student Enrolment
To be a truly global music school, we need to ensure we have the resources needed to compete for the best students from around the world. The academic world of music research, training and performance is highly competitive, and top institutions in the U.S., Europe and Asia actively seek out the most promising and talented students both at home and internationally. To ensure we can contend for the same talent, the Faculty of Music needs to build a robust endowment to support competitive scholarships. We also need a fully staffed international recruitment office that can proactively seek out the international scholars, composers and performers who truly represent the future of our field and will, in turn, raise the global stature of the institution that trained them. Our goal over the next decade is to increase our intake of international graduate students.

Deepening our interdisciplinary partnerships
The Faculty of Music has numerous active partnerships within the University, including collaborations with research units in the humanities, education, business, law and medicine. To further cultivate these interdisciplinary projects and programs, we seek funding dedicated to innovation, and dedicated champions to lead new areas of interdisciplinary scholarship such as a Chair in World Music and Ethnomusicology, and a Chair in Music and Health.

Revitalizing our World-Class Venues
To attract the best students and cultivate our interdisciplinary strengths, we need to bring our infrastructure into the 21st century. Most of the Faculty of Music’s infrastructure was built more than 50 years ago. While these spaces have served our students and faculty admirably, we have outgrown our physical plant in many ways. Capital revitalization will focus on four areas: Walter Hall, MacMillan Theatre and Opera, the Music Library and the new Jay Telfer Forum.

 

ADVANCEMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
The Division of University Advancement (DUA) promotes and supports the University of Toronto by engaging a worldwide community of more than 640,000 alumni, plus many donors and friends. DUA encompasses a highly skilled team of staff focused in the areas of development, alumni and volunteer engagement, advancement services, and advancement marketing and communications. The uniquely integrated structure of University Advancement encourages each division to bring its particular strengths and expertise to the common cause of advancing U of T’s relations with alumni, donors, and friends. In this ecosystem, there is an emphasis on the collaboration, diplomacy, teamwork and mission focus as the Division of University Advancement supports our Faculties, Campuses and Divisions as a shared service.

The Division of University Advancement at the University of Toronto is committed to a transformative agenda deeply rooted in the University’s vision for growth and innovation. We are focused on doubling annual fundraising performance on a sustainable basis; doubling the number of newly engaged alumni by 2023; achieving Advancement goals through the foundational integration of Alumni Relations and Development both centrally and through collaborations with divisional colleagues; creating an organization and culture that fosters leadership, initiative, effectiveness, and community; and contributing to the creation of an external relations strategy for a transforming image, reputation and standing of U of T along an axis of differentiation and excellence.

DEFY GRAVITY: THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
On December 13, 2021, the University proudly launched Defy Gravity: The Campaign for the University of Toronto. The largest university campaign in Canadian history will harness the power of our worldwide community, including 640,000 alumni, 95,000 students, and 23,000 faculty and staff, for the betterment of humanity.

From pioneering work in the humanities to the breakthrough development of neural networks, the University of Toronto has a long history of tackling the impossible and transforming society through the ingenuity of its faculty, students, and alumni. 

In a world searching for positive change, we will build on this tradition to address some of the biggest challenges facing our city, country, and planet as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and grapple with this age of climate change, inequality, and mass technological disruption. 

Through our commitment to inclusive excellence, we will bring together top minds from every conceivable background and discipline to lead pandemic recovery and enable healthy lives, build inclusive cities and societies, create a sustainable future, spark creativity and culture, drive scientific discovery, power bold innovation and entrepreneurship, and support student success as we educate the next generation of creative, engaged, and empathic citizens.

The campaign theme, Defy Gravity, reflects U of T’s history of advancing the frontiers of knowledge by transcending disciplines and borders in a diverse and inclusive community that emboldens students to think big—a community that accomplishes things no one else believed possible.

Our campaign has two ambitious goals to meet today’s challenges

For the first time in U of T history, the campaign will include a goal for alumni engagement: to inspire 225,000 alumni to get involved as volunteers, mentors, donors, participants, and leaders and encourage them to contribute their time and talent to the University one million times collectively.
The campaign will also seek to raise $4 billion for the University’s highest priorities, a goal commensurate with our excellence, the breadth of our aspirations, the global footprint of our faculty, students, alumni, and donors, and our potential for life-changing impact.

Our Campaign Priorities
The campaign will advance U of T’s commitment to inclusive excellence and help the University bring together people from every conceivable background to create a healthier, more sustainable, and equitable world.
• Support Student Success
• Create a Sustainable Future
• Build Inclusive Cities & Societies
• Enable Healthy Lives
• Drive Scientific Discovery
• Spark Creativity & Culture
• Power Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Faculty of Music Links:
• https://faculty100.music.utoronto.ca/ 
• EDI at The Faculty of Music
• Faculty of Music Climate and Culture Review Executive Summary
• Climate & Culture Review - Update
• https://uoftopera.ca/
• https://www.uoftjazz.ca/
• https://mahrc.music.utoronto.ca/
• http://uoftmusicicm.ca/
• https://music.library.utoronto.ca/

 

THE ROLE: DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT, FACULTY OF MUSIC
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop, lead, and implement annual and multi-year plans and strategies to achieve transformational growth in lifting the Faculty of Music’s overall fundraising and alumni engagement results and to advance the Faculty’s highest academic, strategic and institutional priorities.
• Provide exemplary leadership, direction, and mentorship to a team of advancement professionals, in order to increase the impact and effectiveness of staff in advancing the Faculty of Music’s goals and to build the Faculty’s capacity in major gifts, stewardship, annual leadership giving, and alumni engagement. By example and direction, the incumbent will help create an organization and culture that values excellence, initiative, effectiveness, and community, and offers opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Work closely with the Faculty of Music’s academic leadership to translate academic priorities into compelling funding propositions and alumni engagement propositions that create opportunities to advance the Faculty’s academic, institutional, and strategic priorities, both within the immediate community of the Faculty of Music’s alumni, friends, and partners, and among broader national and international constituencies.
• Represent the Faculty of Music’s priorities and mission to external constituents as an effective, credible institutional leader, persuasively projecting opportunities for engagement and maximizing opportunities for giving. This will include contributing to the Faculty’s fundraising performance by assuming personal responsibility for cultivating and soliciting a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects.
• Work closely with the leadership of University Advancement to ensure alignment with the University’s best practices for fundraising and alumni relations programs, compliance with relevant University and Provostial guidelines and policies, collegial and collaborative engagement with other University advancement programs, and to take full advantage of the broad range of Division of University Advancement’s services and supports for the benefit of the Faculty of Music’s advancement programs.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES
Strategic leadership and management
• Lead the Faculty of Music’s advancement functions, ensuring the alignment of the Faculty’s development and alumni activities with its academic and institutional priorities and with University-wide advancement initiatives and with Provostial and Governing Council guidelines, policies and best practices.
• In close collaboration with the Dean, senior academic leadership of the Faculty of Music, and senior advancement leadership within the DUA, develop and implement strategies, initiatives, campaigns, and annual business plans that integrate development and alumni engagement activities and that advance the Faculty’s overall academic mission.
• Develop multi-year campaign strategies that frame the Faculty’s unique strengths and opportunities, align with University-wide campaign structures and practices, integrate alumni and development strategies, maximize support, and rally the Faculty community around a compelling vision for the Faculty of Music’s longer-term aspirations and goals.
• Direct the Faculty’s advancement staff, implementing measures to develop and maintain a strong team environment and a goal-oriented and evaluative approach to all advancement activities. Oversee the development, implementation and management of the departmental budget and ensure that all HR and appointment practices comply with University policies and guidelines.
• Provide input and advice to the Dean and to the Faculty of Music’s senior team with respect to advancement implications of campus projects, initiatives and priorities. Advance community building and outreach activity as an executive committee representative of the campus by attending events, speaking engagements, and advancing the Dean’s community building objectives.
• Participate on the University-wide Senior Advancement Leadership Team, and work closely with the AVP Divisional Relations and other members of the DUA leadership team as a member of the University’s senior advancement community. Represent the Faculty on important forums and works to ensure that University-wide initiatives appropriately recognize the distinctive nature of the Faculty of Music’s campus identity and requirements.

Development
• Prepare an annual development plan outlining the Faculty of Music’s advancement goals, priorities and objectives. Establish fundraising priorities and goals in conjunction with various stakeholders both within the campus and within the DUA and ensure that goals are achieved.
• Working in close collaboration with the University’s Prospect Management Office, oversee the management of major gift prospects on the campus, ensuring gift officers have strong prospect portfolios and supports that enable them to meet University-wide major gift performance standards, and ensuring major gift prospects enjoy tailored cultivation and stewardship strategies that are designed to enhance their interest and involvement in the Faculty of Music and the wider University and to maximize their satisfaction and giving over time.
• Define goals and desired outcomes for the incumbent’s own major gift prospect portfolio; identify, cultivate and solicit prospective donors, and effectively steward all donors.
• Oversee the gift planning activity for the Faculty, ensuring that the program is fully functional.
• Oversee the design and implementation of an overall donor relations program that complements other University initiatives while focusing on stewardship of all donors to the Faculty of Music. Ensure the coordination of the recognition of donors at all levels pursuant to University guidelines for stewardship.
• Recruit strategic volunteer leadership and manage volunteer committees established to support the Faculty of Music’s advancement activities, to help broaden the base of meaningfully engaged prospects and donors and to help create and project an environment of warmth and appreciation for the Faculty’s donor community.
• Ensure that the Faculty of Music’s fundraising priorities, funding proposals, gift agreements, and gift announcement strategies are developed to the University’s standards in close collaboration with senior DUA leaders and in compliance with all relevant Provostial and Governing Council policies for approval, so that they protect academic integrity, embody/exemplify best practice, manage reputational issues, support equity across the University, and achieve optimal results.
• Establish the infrastructure to support the needs and aspirations of the Faculty’s academic units within the Faculty’s overall advancement strategy and annual plan. Advise academic leaders on strategic plans and policies relating to advancement to ensure the development and implementation of appropriate, effective and coordinated programs at the departmental level.
• Work with senior academic leaders and their faculty to advance prospects and steward donors.
• Maintain communications with key stakeholders (departments, alumni, students) on development strategies, activities and achievements.

Alumni Relations
• Oversee the development and implementation of the Faculty of Music’s alumni relations activities, ensuring consistency with the Faculty’s advancement strategic goals and objectives and with University-wide standards and best practices for alumni engagement and programming and ensuring integration with desired development outcomes.
• Working in close collaboration with the AVP Alumni Relations and the DUA Directors of Business Analytics and Alumni Engagement Metrics, oversee the development of plans and strategies in support of both acquisition and deepening alumni engagement. Actively collaborate with DUA Alumni Relations Program and Services team on the evolution and continuous improvement of alumni engagement strategies and align these efforts to support philanthropic goals.
• Selectively build relationships with high profile or highly motivated alumni. Ensure the development of effective volunteer identification and recruitment programs to develop resources for various Faculty needs.
• Work with the AVP Alumni Relations and AVP Divisional Relations in the development of annual business plans and strategies that include clear, measurable goals for alumni engagement, and ensure that the Faculty’s engagement data is recorded in University-wide systems.

Advancement Communications
• Liaise with the Faculty’s staff on the development and implementation of the Faculty’s advancement-related communications strategies and alignment of all messaging with the Faculty’s overall communications priorities.
• Work closely with the DUA’s advancement communications and marketing unit to develop persuasive advancement communications materials that project a compelling vision for the Faculty of Music’s unique strengths and opportunities.

Operations and Finance
• Develop, implement and manage the overall Faculty of Music’s advancement budget. Develop plans for use of budgetary resources in collaboration with the Dean of the Faculty and the Vice President, Advancement.
• Track financial performance including revenue/experience and budget controls.

Human Resources Management
• Has full managerial authority over the staff in the Faculty of Music Advancement unit.
• Working in close collaboration with the Dean, FIFSW Human Resources, and the AVP Divisional Relations, plan strategically for and define the organizational structure for the advancement unit, including the development of its organizational structure, organizational change, hiring, layoff, demotions, creating and eliminating positions, defining classifications and the qualifications for positions.
• Determine work assignments for staff based on understanding of needs, individual skill, project requirements and availability of resources.
• Ensure work tasks are completed on schedule and staff follow standards and policies.
• Discuss performance with employees to provide feedback and address performance related issues as part of the employee development process.
• Recommend training courses, seminars and conferences for staff to update and enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Consult with HR when dealing with serious issues that affect employment relationships.
• Maintain positive relations with union representatives.
• Has budget responsibilities related to the human resources management.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

Required Experience & Education
• Progressive professional fundraising experience and a proven track record of executive advancement responsibility and leadership in annual, major and planned giving programs in a large complex organization, preferably in an educational or medical institution.
• Ideally, demonstrated experience in securing intricate 7 and 8 figure gifts.
• Experience in a management capacity and directing the work of others.
• Experience in organizing complex programs and events.
• Demonstrated volunteer management experience.
• Highly knowledgeable and experienced in both new and traditional channels of revenue generation.
• Proficient with and demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working with Arbor or a similar donor and alumni database management system.
• Demonstrated strategic conceptualization, analytical and planning skills.
• Knowledge of current trends as they relate to duties and responsibilities of the role.
• A University degree is required.

Abilities, Qualities, and Attributes
• Real interest and appreciation for music and the arts.
• Vision, the ability to think and plan strategically, and a creative, entrepreneurial spirit.
• Demonstrated experience and success managing, motivating, and mentoring volunteers and advancement professionals, bringing out the best in teams and individuals.
• The ability to mentor, coach, motivate and inspire colleagues and volunteers.
• High level of initiative, maturity, tact and diplomacy; excellent judgement and discretion.
• A deep understanding of and sympathy for the mission of an academic and research-intensive university.
• The ability to serve as an articulate, credible representative of the University with diverse constituencies and particularly with the sophisticated individuals who support the institution.
• The ability to understand the research and teaching dimensions of a proposed project, to conceptualize them in an integrated proposal, and to make a compelling case to a donor for philanthropic support.
• An engaging personal style, a sincere interest in people, patience, a willingness to listen, and the capacity to engender trust and to establish lasting relationships.
• Reputation for integrity, openness, decisiveness and sound judgement.
• A high level of comfort interacting with academic leaders as well as donors and volunteers.
• The ability to navigate and be effective within a complex matrix organization that values collaboration and teamwork as well as individual initiative and creativity.
• Excellent attention to detail and superb organizational skills, including the ability to set ambitious fundraising goals and to establish an internal system for meeting deadlines, tracking, follow-up, monitoring, and reporting of progress.
• Ability to work in a hectic and results-oriented environment with a strong capacity to meet targets, deadlines and budgets.
• A high energy level, an appropriate degree of sophistication and self-confidence, optimism (and the ability to engender optimism in others) and a sense of humour.
• Exceptional oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research, analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and capacity to work with international students and donors.
Other Considerations
• Valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle required.
• Valid passport for international travel required.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS
For more information, please contact Sylvie Battisti, at KCI Search + Talent via email at UofTMusic@kcitalent.com by March 3, 2023.

Candidates interested in applying for this position should please send a resume and letter of interest to the email address listed above. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

To view full position brief, please visit: www.kcitalent.com

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.
Vaccination: The University may from time to time introduce or re-introduce new, previous, or revised measures relating to COVID-19 or any future pandemic. You will be provided with appropriate information and instruction on applicable measures. For more information on the University’s COVID-19 response, please refer to the University’s Response to COVID-19.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 3, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://kciphilanthropy.com/kci-talent/

Artistic Director - Luminato Festival Toronto

Visionary, community-engaged, and inclusive, you are an artistic leader who illuminates and crystallizes opportunities. You have the ability to create and innovate within one of the most vibrant, multicultural cities in the world with our annual international arts festival. Through your work, thought-provoking, once-in-a-lifetime experiences will reflect and connect our city with the world, and the world with the greater Toronto region. A creative, inspirational leader and partner, you will shape the path forward for Luminato Festival Toronto’s growth and sustainability as a cultural cornerstone.

An international arts festival featuring big, bold, contemporary works of art that cut across traditional artistic boundaries, we are a charitable, not-for-profit organization that introduces Canadians to today’s most exciting global and local artists, while also welcoming international audiences to celebrate all that the Toronto region has to offer. You will be a catalyst for arts evolution and community connectivity, reporting to and collaborating with an aspirational CEO and Board, inspiring and empowering a talented and dedicated team, and engaging with our valued funders, donors, supporters, partners, and community leaders.

Forging new and deepening existing connections and collaborations across the vibrant Toronto arts ecosystem and your international network, you will curate and present ground-breaking festivals that draw and delight crowds. You have a record of advancing the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are deeply committed to decolonization and reconciliation. As Luminato’s next Artistic Director, you will attract and engage diverse audiences and artists, opening a world of possibilities for this extraordinary city.

We believe in creating spaces where anyone can be involved, engaged, empowered, and inspired. Luminato adheres to Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will work proactively through all stages of recruitment to create a barrier-free hiring process, and will provide accommodations as required. Should you require accommodations, please advise Caldwell Partners.

We understand that not everyone has had the opportunity to cultivate all of the skills and experience required to fulfill the responsibilities of this role. We encourage candidates to apply who see themselves as having a solid base skill set for the position.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately. | Address: 180 Shaw St, Toronto, ON M6J 2W5 | Permanent position | Language of work: English | Requirements: relevant artistic leadership experience in the multi-disciplinary contemporary arts. Salary range: $150,000-190,000. Extended health and insurance benefits package. Please direct confidential inquiries and/or applications to Project 221216 at caldwell.thriveapp.ly/job/1047.

Application Deadline: 
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://caldwell.thriveapp.ly/job/1047

Responsable adjointe/adjoint intersectoriel (bilingue)

Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario (CAO) est à la recherche d’un administrateur expérimenté ou d’une administratrice expérimentée, possédant des connaissances et une expertise dans diverses disciplines artistiques afin d’assumer la responsabilité relative aux programmes de subventions, en tout ou en partie, sous la direction du ou des agents de programme responsables.

Principales responsabilités  :

• Fournir un soutien d’appoint aux agents de programme lorsqu’une aide supplémentaire est requise en raison d’absences, de travail sur des projets spéciaux et lors de périodes à volume élevé.
• Administrer les programmes de subventions assignés et appuyer l’élaboration de ces programmes avec l’agent de programme responsable.
• Mener des activités de sensibilisation et de perfectionnement auprès des communautés artistiques touchées par les programmes de subventions assignés.
• Fournir de l’information, des conseils et de la rétroaction aux artistes et aux organismes artistiques qui présentent une demande dans le cadre des programmes respectifs.
• Faciliter le processus d’évaluation par les pairs des programmes de subventions.
• Présenter les recommandations des évaluations par les pairs des programmes de subventions au directeur, au chef de la direction et éventuellement au conseil d’administration.
• Gérer les budgets et le flux de travail des programmes.
• Assister à des évènements en soirée et en fin de semaine et voyager occasionnellement partout en Ontario pour rencontrer les artistes et les organismes artistiques desservis par les programmes assignés.
• Maintenir une connaissance de multiples disciplines et secteurs du domaine des arts, y compris les principaux enjeux et tendances, laquelle découle d’une crédibilité solide et reconnue au sein de la communauté artistique.

Principales compétences :

• Trois années ou plus d’expérience de plus en plus importante en administration des arts.
• La maîtrise de l’anglais oral et écrit et un niveau avancé de bilinguisme en français (verbal et écrit) sont exigés.
• Expérience et connaissance de la rédaction de demandes de subventions et des systèmes de financement public.
• Connaissance et expérience en tant que candidat au CAO et dans l’utilisation de Nova sont des atouts.
• Expérience et connaissance du processus d’évaluation des demandes de subvention du CAO sont des atouts.
• Solides pratiques organisationnelles et administratives et capacité d’effectuer plusieurs tâches à la fois.
• Capacité de communiquer de manière succincte et persuasive par écrit, verbalement et lors de présentations au public.
• Solides compétences et expérience en animation de réunions.
• Capacité de travailler en collaboration et d’établir des relations constructives avec divers groupes internes et externes.
• Esprit critique possédant un jugement sûr et une capacité d’initiative.
• Capacité d’analyser les données financières relatives aux demandes de subvention.
• Maîtrise de la suite informatique MS Office ainsi que des bases de données.
• Des déplacements occasionnels en soirée, en fin de semaine et en Ontario, peuvent être nécessaires.

Les personnes admissibles sont invitées à soumettre leur lettre de présentation et leur CV. Veuillez noter que les candidatures non accompagnées d’une lettre de présentation ne seront pas acceptées :
https://www.arts.on.ca/le-cao-en-bref/emplois?lang=fr-ca
  

Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario tient à se doter d’un personnel compétent et diversifié. Les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées sont les bienvenues. Les personnes appartenant à des groupes visés par l’équité sont encouragées à poser leur candidature et à indiquer ce fait dans leur demande. Le CAO valorise la diversité des perspectives, des idées et des vécus comme un atout à mettre au service des collectivités de l’Ontario. Nous remercions toutes les personnes ayant présenté leur candidature de leur intérêt, mais nous communiquerons uniquement avec les personnes sélectionnées pour une entrevue. 

Veuillez contacter le service des ressources humaines à rh@arts.on.ca si, en raison d’un handicap, vous ne pouvez pas postuler en ligne ou si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation pendant le processus de recrutement.

Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 13, 2023
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
https://www.arts.on.ca/le-cao-en-bref/emplois?lang=fr-ca

Cross-Sectoral Associate Officer (Bilingual)

The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) requires an experienced arts administrator who has knowledge and expertise with a variety of arts disciplines to assume delegated program responsibility for assigned granting programs either in full or in part under the guidance of the responsible program officer(s).

Responsibilities:

• Provide back-up support for program officers when additional assistance is required due to absences, work on special projects, and high-volume periods
• Administer assigned granting programs and support the development of these programs with the responsible program officer
• 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 applying to the respective programs
• Facilitate the peer assessment grants process
• Present peer assessment grant recommendations to Director, CEO and potentially Board
• Manage program budgets and program workflow
• Attend events on evenings and weekends and occasional travel throughout Ontario to meet with artists and arts organizations who are served by the assigned programs

Summary of Key Qualifications:

• Arts knowledge of multiple disciplines and sectors, including key issues and trends coming from sound and recognized credibility within the arts community
• 3+ years of progressively more senior arts administration experience
• Proficiency in verbal and written English, and bilingualism in verbal and written French at the advanced level is required
• Experienced and knowledgeable in grant writing and public funding systems
• Knowledge and experience as an applicant to the OAC and using Nova is an asset
• Experience and knowledge of OAC’s grant application assessment process is an asset
• Solid organizational and administrative practices and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate succinctly and persuasively in written, oral, and public presentation formats
• Strong meeting facilitation skills and experience
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish constructive rapport with diverse populations internally and externally
• Critical thinker with sound judgement and initiative
• Ability to analyze financial information pertaining to grant applications
• Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite of programs as well as databases
• Occasional evening, weekend and travel in Ontario may be required

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume (please note that applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered):
http://www.arts.on.ca/about-us/careers-at-oac?lang=en-ca

Ontario Arts Council is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome and individuals from equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply and indicate this in your application. OAC values a diversity of perspectives, ideas and lived experiences as an asset in serving Ontario’s communities. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Please contact Human Resources at hr@arts.on.ca if you are unable to apply on-line and/or require accommodations during the recruitment process due to a disability.
 

Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 13, 2023
Type of Work: 
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
http://www.arts.on.ca/about-us/careers-at-oac?lang=en-ca

Executive Director

About Tafelmusik
Tafelmusik is one of the world’s leading period-instrument ensembles, performing on instruments and in styles appropriate for the era of the music. At the core of Tafelmusik is a group of 16 talented and dynamic permanent members, each of whom is a specialist in historical performance practice.

Renowned for dynamic, engaging, and soulful performances, Tafelmusik is Canada’s most toured orchestra, having performed in more than 350 cities in 32 countries.

Tafelmusik is proud to call Toronto home, and its MainStage series at Jeanne Lamon Hall at Trinity-St. Paul’s Centre lies at the heart of its activities. Joining the orchestra for several concerts each season is the critically acclaimed Tafelmusik Chamber Choir and its founding director, Ivars Taurins. For larger concerts, the series moves down the street to Koerner Hall, at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning.

Tafelmusik engages in community and outreach events around Toronto, and collaborates regularly with Opera Atelier.

Performances of 17th- to 19th-century instrumental and choral music share the stage with insightful multimedia programs, adventurous cross-cultural collaborations, and bold new music written for the ensemble. An international array of guest soloists and directors further enhance our performances in Toronto and abroad.

Tafelmusik musicians share their knowledge and experience through comprehensive education and artist training initiatives, including the internationally renowned Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Institute.

Tafelmusik’s recordings on the Sony, CBC Records, Analekta, and Tafelmusik Media labels have garnered ten JUNOs and numerous international recording prizes. Its filmography was greatly expanded as Tafelmusik rose to the challenge of reaching audiences during the recent pandemic years, and with its filmed concert presentations it shares the Tafelmusik experience with viewers around the world.

The spirit of active collaboration amongst musicians and staff, and the remarkable commitment of their audience and patrons, have been the hallmarks of Tafelmusik’s success, and the basis for exceptional financial stability.

The position
This is an exciting opportunity to co-lead one of Canada’s most high-profile and innovative musical ensembles. Tafelmusik is seeking a dynamic Executive Director (ED) who will guide Tafelmusik in a collaborative leadership model.

The ED works with the Board, artistic leadership, the musicians, and the administrative team in the development of a strategic long-range plan for Tafelmusik. The ED will develop and execute annual business strategies and has responsibility for all administrative operations.

The ideal candidate thrives in building positive and meaningful relationships with staff, artists, Board members, audiences, donors, and community members to advance Tafelmusik’s goals. They will be an exceptional administrative leader who will collaborate with the artistic leadership, musicians, staff, and Board to create and implement a bold vision for the company’s future success.

Responsibilities
Leadership

  • In collaboration with artistic leadership, articulate and portray a clear vision that demonstrates Tafelmusik’s values of excellence, innovation, engagement, and integrity.
  • Work closely with the Board, artistic leadership, and other key stakeholders to develop the strategic plan. Manage tactical initiatives to realize the strategic goals.
  • Work with artistic leadership to develop and implement a touring and performance strategy consistent with Tafelmusik’s strategic plan.
  • Work closely with artistic leadership, including the Choir Director, to support Tafelmusik’s unique and varied MainStage programming.
  • Manage and develop key external relationships with granting organizations, touring agents, government and agency officials, donors, and senior representatives in Toronto’s cultural community, to foster Tafelmusik’s presence as a leading orchestra in Canada and internationally.
  • Work closely with artistic leadership to ensure there is clear, open communication and coordination between the various administrative and operational functions.
  • Work with the Operations Director and artistic leadership to oversee the planning, development, and promotion of touring activities of Tafelmusik’s Orchestra and Choir. With the Operations Director, manage tours so that they are completed within their budgets. Accompany the Tafelmusik Orchestra on tours when appropriate.
  • Monitor the external environment for changes that could affect Tafelmusik’s success, advise the Board of such changes, and in cooperation with artistic leadership develop and implement appropriate strategic responses.
  • Work with the artistic leadership to foster new and existing artistic partnerships.

Financial & Operational Management

  • Manage and administer Tafelmusik activities in alignment with the strategic and business plans, and budgets approved by the Board.
  • Direct the financial and business operations of the organization, including financial planning, control and reporting, annual operating budget, long-range plan and financial projections.
  • Ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and all financial reporting is prepared with integrity and in accordance with good accounting practices, ensuring that Board-approved policies are followed.
  • In collaboration with the artistic leadership, prepare high-level financial and operational forecasts at least two seasons ahead of the current fiscal year.
  • Work with staff to prepare annual budgets and track performance.
  • Oversee the negotiations of the core orchestra’s general agreement and service contracts with guest conductors, performers, and others, subject to budget guidelines established by the Board.
  • Develop a strategic plan to more effectively monetize recordings made under Tafelmusik’s in-house recording label, Tafelmusik Media.
  • Oversee and negotiate the terms for Tafelmusik’s leased facilities, and tightly manage any capital expenditure programs that are approved by the Board.
  • Work with the Board to develop and implement a facilities strategy and plan to secure long-term concert venues for Tafelmusik in Toronto.
  • Implement appropriate new and innovative technology and media platforms to support Tafelmusik’s growth and efficient use of resources.

Fundraising

  • Establish targets for fundraising goals.
  • Identify and lead preparation of all municipal, provincial, federal and foundation grant applications and build close working relationships with key individuals in these organizations.
  • Work with the Development Director, artistic leadership, musicians, and the Board to increase the fundraising capacity of Tafelmusik’s donor base.
  • Build close personal relationships with key donors and increase their engagement with the organization.
  • Oversee the organization of key fundraising events, media coverage, etc.
  • Monitor the granting criteria of funding agencies and adapt Tafelmusik strategies as appropriate.

Marketing & Communications

  • Along with artistic leadership, share the responsibility as a spokesperson of Tafelmusik.
  • Oversee the communications and marketing functions, building on the loyalty of Tafelmusik’s subscriber base and working with frontline staff, CRM and related systems to ensure a positive customer experience in all their dealings with Tafelmusik.
  • Work with the Marketing Director to oversee pricing and marketing strategies to increase both subscriptions and single ticket revenues.
  • With input from artistic leadership, oversee all communications, publicity, and media relations for Tafelmusik to ensure that the organization is widely promoted and recognized locally, nationally and internationally.

Community Outreach, Education & Artist Training

  • In partnership with artistic leadership, develop and grow Tafelmusik’s audiences to reflect the diversity of its Toronto base and work to ensure the wide reach of its educational and outreach activities.
  • In partnership with artistic leadership, oversee the implementation and growth of Tafelmusik’s artist training programs, providing unique learning opportunities for pre-professional and professional musicians around the word, and fostering the next generation of historically informed performers
  • Build Tafelmusik’s audience outside of Toronto by increasing its reach through touring, on-line media, and recording projects.
  • With input from the artistic leadership, oversee the design, development, administration, promotion, and evaluation of all education, outreach, and artist training programs.

Board Relations

  • Establish a strong and collaborative working relationship with the Chair and Board and participate as a non-voting ex-officio member of the Board and its sub committees as required.
  • Meet regularly with the Chair and report to the Board as required on strategic initiatives, finance, operations, audience development and fundraising and other areas as appropriate or required.
  • Work with the Board to develop and implement policies.
  • Ensure the Board is made aware immediately of any concerns which could affect the operations or reputation of Tafelmusik.

Human Resource Management

  • Manage administrative staff to meet annual objectives and financial budgets consistent with Tafelmusik’s Strategic Plan.
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant provincial workplace legislation and Tafelmusik policies, including the Code of Conduct and Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Along with the artistic leadershipand in accordance with Tafelmusik’s values, create a culture of engagement and teamwork between Tafelmusik staff and musicians which encourages open, respectful, communications and collaborative working relationships.
  • Identify professional development opportunities to improve skills and provide career development.
  • Recruit and guide talent with appropriate input from the artistic leadership for key positions.
  • Respond to any employee concerns and any complaints which might require investigation and possible action.
  • In conjunction with the Board and artistic leadership, develop and implement Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion polices and initiatives.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Experience in progressively senior roles in a performing arts organization or other relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment in co-leadership; able to collaborate with artistic leadership to support the development and execution of the organization’s artistic vision and goals.
  • Proven financial management skills including creating, presenting, and managing budgets.
  • Strong organizational management skills and business acumen.
  • Experience in or demonstrated ability in creating and presenting a long-range strategic plan and an annual operating plan for both financial and operational areas, and in assessing appropriate key indicators of progress.
  • A supportive manager who invests in skill building, celebrates success, and is an open and accessible coach and mentor.
  • A genuine appreciation for Tafelmusik and a passion for the art form.
  • Experience building and effectively managing government and community relations.
  • A proven ability and enthusiastic willingness to fundraise and develop significant sponsorships and partnerships, including experience and success in grant writing.
  • Models a collaborative approach with artistic leadership, and builds trust with staff, musicians, Board members, and stakeholders.
  • A vibrant and influential communicator who is engaging and outgoing, with a polished presence.
  • Demonstrated understanding of and proven commitment to the values of equity, inclusion, and diversity.
  • Track record of deepening involvement and engagement with wider communities.
  • Experience in successfully marketing a performing arts organization and in increasing audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Management experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
  • An undergraduate degree in Arts Administration or Business, or experiential equivalent.

Compensation
A competitive compensation package including base salary and benefits will be provided, commensurate with experience.

How to apply
Please apply by email with your cover letter and resume no later than February 19th, 2023. Send to Searchlight Partners: Tafelmusik@searchlightpartnersgroup.com.

Tafelmusik is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our working culture and in our community. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We invite candidates who may require assistance during the application/ hiring process to let us know and we will work with them to meet their needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://tafelmusik.org/about/jobs-auditions/executive-director/

Festival Director of Dusk Dances

The Dusk Dances Board of Directors is seeking a Festival Director to lead Dusk Dances, starting from January 1, 2024.

The Festival Director oversees the logistical planning, organization, and execution of all aspects of Dusk Dances. In 2024, this encompasses the Toronto event and undertaking an assessment of Dusk Dances’ licensing initiative. The Festival Director leads a team that achieves organizational objectives within an environment of collaboration, communication, and innovation by:

  • Maintaining open communication, clear objectives and priorities, and a culture of positive behavioural intent that is consistent and in alignment with Dusk Dances values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
  • Encouraging a positive, respectful, and professional workplace characterized by a commitment to learning and creativity, innovation and risk-taking, and high levels of personal fulfillment.
  • Fostering relationships with dance artists locally and nationally, and communicating Dusk Dances’ vision effectively and passionately to stakeholders and the broader external community.
  • Prioritizing a welcoming and inclusive workplace and supporting a diverse workforce by leading the organization's safe work practices, and upholding anti-harassment, anti-racism and anti-oppression policies, the Code of Conduct, and other Dusk Dances’ policies.

Dusk Dances is an equal-opportunity organization that values equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from persons of any sexual orientation and any gender identity or expression and will prioritize applicants who are Indigenous, Black, Persons of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP and persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities. We welcome you to self-identify in the recruitment process.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Festival Director ensures that all human and financial resources are in place to meet the organization’s needs and to build a highly motivated, knowledgeable, and accountable team to achieve the successful and sustainable production of all Dusk Dances events. Key accountabilities include but are not limited to:

  • Overseeing curatorial programming.
  • Ensuring that team members – both staff and volunteer - fully understand their roles, responsibilities, and performance standards, providing ongoing formal and informal feedback, coaching and support.
  • Managing the day-to-day operations of the organization.
  • Managing the overall financial health of the organization and overseeing projecting, approvals, and auditing processes for the annual budget.
  • Managing the completion and submission of all required grants and final reports and liaising with government and non-government funders and funding agencies.
  • Identifying new potential donors/sponsors and overseeing the development of sponsorship proposals, government and other grant proposals. Fostering relationships with donors to ensure good stewardship of past gifts.

EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will have significant, demonstrable experience:

  • Of collaborative and inclusionary leadership.
  • Of a practice as a dance artist or other affiliated discipline, with established relationships within the performing arts community.
  • In curating dance, curating or programming for the performing arts, or relevant and related experience.
  • Of financial management and oversight.
  • Working with external donors and stakeholders from the government, the private and public sectors.

To be successful in this role the Festival Director will be highly motivated and energetic and will have:

  • Proven organizational, interpersonal, administrative, and managerial skills.
  • Proven project management skills and effective communication and presentation skills.
  • The ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures.
  • The ability to plan into the future while honouring the festival’s origins.
  • Proficiency in English, multi-lingual is an asset.
  • The ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends during performance periods.

TO APPLY, PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

Submit your resume or C.V. and letter of intent/motivation to board@duskdances.ca by Friday, February 24, 2023, with “Festival Director” and your name in the subject line.

DETAILS OF THE CALL AND POSITION
Application Deadline: Friday, February 24, 2023
Interview Window: March and April 2023
Decision: May 2023
Start Date: January 1, 2024
Transition: There will be a compensated transition period to be negotiated within the timeframe of June – December 2023, including the period of July 29 – August 6, 2023, during the Withrow Park event, and with an option to attend the Hamilton and Barrie events from July 13-23, 2023.
Salary: To be negotiated within a range of $40,000 - $60,000
Commitment: Permanent position; anticipated 50 – 75% of full-time equivalent
Primary Job Location: Toronto, Ontario
Work Format: Home office and on-site work combined

We strive for a barrier free recruitment, assessment and selection process and as such will provide accommodations as required, at any stage of the hiring process. For support reach out to marketa@duskdances.ca.

All applicants will be contacted.

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
To be negotiated within a range of $40,000 - $60,000
Application Deadline: 
Friday, February 24, 2023
Start Date: 
Monday, January 1, 2024
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
College/Cegep
Languages: 
English
Additional Languages: 
Multi-lingual is an asset.
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail
URL to Apply Online: 
https://duskdances.ca/en/get_involved_call_for_festival_director_2023.php

Volunteer Programmer - Community Services Assistant 5

Are you passionate about art education? Do you have experience engaging volunteers, and have strong knowledge of contemporary art? Surrey Art Gallery is seeking an engaging Volunteer Programmer to join our education team.

Internationally recognized for its award-winning programs, Surrey Art Gallery exhibits contemporary art by local, national, and international artists, including digital and sound art. Gallery programs include artist talks, tours, school programs, and artmaking and learning opportunities with artists, educators, and other specialists.

The Volunteer Programmer carries out a range of educational and administrative responsibilities for developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the Gallery’s volunteer programs, including:

• Docents: guides who lead K-12 School Program exhibition tours
• Youth Docents: youth who facilitate in Gallery interpretive programs for families’ 
• Children’s Art Program Assistants: youth that support Gallery courses and camps
• Gallery Event Volunteers: volunteers that assist with event and discursive programs
• Library Volunteers: who work to maintain the Gallery’s research collection
• Conceptualizing and piloting new initiatives
• Exhibition tours for the Gallery’s K-12 School Programs
• Developing and leading training programs for the Docents, Youth Docents, and Children’s Art Program Assistants
• Volunteer recognition and retainment including the organizing of events and outings

The Volunteer Programmer is also responsible for the recruitment, screening, training, and supervision of 200 plus volunteers in programs.  The successful applicant will require nuanced interpersonal skills to support a cohesive group dynamic among volunteers and have a developed capacity for facilitating collaboration between diverse volunteers, staff, visiting artists and curators.

Training for the volunteers includes researching and developing curriculum to support the work of Gallery docents and oversees participating staff and volunteers supporting education programs. This includes making connections between exhibition content and BC education curriculum, designing materials that engage volunteers and staff in learning around art education methodologies, engaging diverse learners, and researching exhibition content to support Gallery education programs.

This position reports to the Curator of Education and works directly with the School and Family Programmer, Visual Arts Programmer, artist-educators, exhibition curators, Arts Centre staff, and community committees (such as the City of Surrey Volunteer Administrators Committee), as well as the Gallery Director, curatorial staff, Communications Coordinator, exhibiting artists, and guest speakers.

Required Skills:

Skills include a strong knowledge and experience in art education theory and practice; inquiry-based approaches to learning: broad knowledge of contemporary art and art history; excellent oral and written communication (including grant and report writing); exceptional interpersonal capabilities; and solid capacities in administration, research, problem solving; and the capacity to supervise others, work independently and collaborate within a team.

Qualifications:

• University or college degree/diploma in a related discipline such as, museum education, art education, fine arts, art history, or general education with an art specialty (additional teaching certification is an asset)
• 2 years of progressively responsible experience in developing, administering, and presenting initiatives in this area of specialty, including supervision, or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience

Applicants under consideration will be required to have Emergency First Aid with CPR certification and successfully clear a Police Information Check/Vulnerable Sector Check.  

Hourly Wage, Salary or Salary Range: 
competitive
Application Deadline: 
Monday, January 30, 2023
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
City: 
Surrey
Province: 
British Columbia
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online
URL to Apply Online: 
http://www.surrey.ca/careers

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