Programs Manager - Fort McMurray, Canada - Arts Council Wood Buffalo

Description

About us
Arts Council Wood Buffalo is a small business in Fort McMurray, AB.

We are professional, innovative, collaborative, and our goal is to Arts Council Wood Buffalo (ACWB) was established to raise the profile of the arts and artists in our region.

Our mission is to support the growth and success of the arts in recognition that they are integral to a remarkable quality of life.

ACWB offers a variety of services and events that:

build the capacity of our local artists to compete and thrive; create collaborations between artists, arts organizations, non-profits, and business; and, provide opportunities for the community to express itself through the arts.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Growth opportunities
• Lively atmosphere
• Flexible working hours

Looking for a career inspired by creativity, driven by making a difference in people and community, while being encouraged to develop yourself in the process? Do you like to be surrounded by a diverse group of thought
- provoking individuals who will challenge the status quo and make life in Wood Buffalo better for everyone? Are you someone who likes to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment where you'll contribute to strategy, development of engaging and educational programs, and services that impact the Wood Buffalo community? ACWB is looking for an individual with a creative spark, a get-it-done attitude, who imagines the possibilities and invents it into reality.


Description

Arts Council Wood Buffalo (ACWB) is a non-profit society and charitable organization that supports the growth and success of the arts.

Nestled in the Boreal Forest, Fort McMurray is the urban service centre for Wood Buffalo, with a rich local history, nine rural communities, and residents from all over the world.

ACWB offers programming for regional artists and arts organizations in order to build their capacity to compete and thrive locally and nationally.

Partnership projects with other organizations also provide innovative arts programming for the wider community.

Arts Council is seeking an individual to lead all aspects of this programming including:
strategic visioning, planning, development, delivery, and evaluation.


Summary of Responsibilities

• Envisioning the future of ACWB's Programs and Services, including the activation of

Arts Inc:
developing community programming, experiential tourism opportunities, etc.

• Developing annual budgets and maintaining financial reporting relating to the programs.
• Maintaining an evaluation framework for each program and conducting annual evaluations for all program areas.
• Overseeing the execution of logistics for all ACWB programs.
• Supervising contract employees and any program staff.
• Participating in community engagement events and opportunities.
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A postsecondary degree / diploma in cultural management, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

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Minimum of two years of program management, preferably in the cultural sector.

• Experience in program delivery and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the Alberta arts and culture sector. (Knowledge of, and passion for, the Wood Buffalo arts community would be an asset.)
• Comfortable working with a wide variety of cultures and protocols.
• Familiar with traditions, culture, and protocols of the First Nations and Metis communities in the Wood Buffalo region is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills (both written and oral).
• Proficient in the use of computers (Google suite, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.) and other technology.
• Sense of humour.

Compensation
$65,000 to $75,000.00 per annum based on experience and credentials. Access is also provided to a benefits package and professional development funds after a probationary period.


Contact
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ACWB is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate and support diversity, and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment, free of employment barriers and discrimination.

We welcome the unique contributions you can bring in terms of education, opinions, and culture, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, beliefs, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability, among other things.

Salary:
$65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Retention bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort McMurray, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Program management: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location:
One locati