Key to the continued success of the CIVIC is the hiring of their first full-time Executive Director. The Executive Director will collaborate and partner with the Artistic Director to lead the organization and will be considered the Chief Executive Officer responsible to the Board of Directors for all operations of the CIVIC. The ideal candidate will be someone with executive-level leadership experience, a critical thinker, who is adapt at problem solving and negotiating and knows the value of building interpersonal relationships within the CIVIC and with external stakeholders. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for the following: PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION Attends all Board and Committee meetings and ensures local, provincial, and federal regulations are being adhered to as a non-profit organization in good standing. Undertakes the development and documentation of policies and procedures and improvements to organizational structure. VOLUNTEERS & CONTRACT PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Serves as the direct manager of all contracted personnel, both Administrative and Artistic, in collaboration with the Artistic Director, and relying on the resources of the Board of Directors where appropriate. FUNDRAISING & COMMUNITY RELATIONS Partners with the Board of Directors in achieving and surpassing fund-raising goals, including major donors, annual fundraising drive, corporate sponsorships, special events, endowment campaigns, planned giving program, and identification and cultivation of new donors. Prepares and submits grant applications and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the orchestra's artistic objectives including selection and contracting of guest artists, guest conductors, performing groups, and programs. In consultation with the Artistic Director/Conductor, develops an annual master plan for orchestra operations, including rehearsal schedules, local and run-out concerts, program themes and ideas, special events, broadcasts, and audience development. Collaborates with the Marketing and Communications Committee to develop and implement a marketing plan for subscription campaigns and for individual performances, using appropriate advertising and publicity to achieve maximum season and single ticket sales. Maintains relationships with media contacts and secures both paid and unpaid content. Ensures that accurate books of accounts are maintained and proficiency with QuickBooks Online is preferred. Maintains bank accounts as directed by the Board. Collaborating with the Artistic Director/Conductor, the Executive Director will articulate and portray a clear vision that demonstrates the CIVIC's values. Developing with the Artistic Director/Conductor and implementing a performance strategy consistent with the Calgary Civic Symphony's strategic plan that supports its unique and varied programming. Collaborating with the Artistic Director/Conductor to ensure there is clear, open communication and coordination between the various artistic, administrative, and operational functions. Monitoring the external environment for changes that could affect the CIVIC's success, advising the Board of such changes, and in collaboration with the Artistic Director/Conductor developing and implementing appropriate strategic responses. Assists in the preparation of all materials for board and committee meetings and ensures that Board minutes are recorded, and all corporate returns are filed on a timely basis, including municipal, provincial, and federal reporting requirements. Collaborates with the Board to develop and implement governance policies and ensure the Board is made aware immediately of any concerns which could affect the operations or reputation of the CIVIC. The next Executive Director of the CIVIC will have high emotional intelligence, be an exceptional leader who is future focused and embraces change management and organizational growth. The successful candidate will have leadership experience and a demonstrated record of increasing success in the field of music or arts-related non-profit organizations and have an appreciation of classical music. The Executive Director of the Calgary Civic Symphony will be a motivated ambassador and will want to build on community relationships as a strong advocate for the CIVIC in a dynamic community. The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging in conversations that build effective partnerships, raise levels of engagement, and advance innovative approaches to artistic, educational, and community needs. Embodying integrity and authenticity, the Executive Director will embrace a healthy organizational culture based on collaboration and strategic partnerships. Insightful and resourceful in leveraging financial, human, and technological resources, the Executive Director will be a highly evolved communicator both internally and externally who is skilled at fundraising, advocacy, and government relations. A highly influential individual who can fruitfully mobilize artistic and social resources, the Executive Director will be an inspirational leader, proven business manager, and skilled relationship builder – with a commitment to exceeding expectations. The Executive Director will bring an affinity for the CIVIC's mission and vision and a passion to positively impact the organization's long-term success. #