Executive Director

at  Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts

OVERVIEW

The Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts is looking for a visionary and ambitious leader for its Executive Director.
The Conservatory is a premier performing arts education institution in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It has been developing artistic excellence and a love of music and dance in students of all ages and abilities – from beginners to professional performers – for more than 130 years. We provide the highest-quality music and dance education to more than one thousand students per year, and music therapy services to clients of all needs from our historic building in the heart of the city.

REQUIREMENTS

• A university degree in an arts, business or management discipline
• At least five years of leadership experience in an arts, educational, or not-for-profit organization
• Experience in fundraising (capital campaign experience would be an asset)
• Experience in project management
• Collaborative leadership style and experience in building community within and outside of the organization
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Passion for the performing arts
  If this opportunity excites you and you have the experience and the qualities to take on this role, we would love to receive your cover letter and resume. More details about the position, application process, and the Conservatory’s Strategic Plan can be found at Opportunities - Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts.
  www.MaritimeConservatory.com/Opportunities.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience:

• management: 4 years (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-01-2

The person we are looking for is a collaborative and innovative leader who will lead the Conservatory’s continued growth and strategic goals.

Our Executive Director will:

• expand the profile and impact of the Conservatory by cultivating and strengthening relationships with various communities;
• lead and support efforts to make the Conservatory a more diverse and inclusive organization;
• spearhead fundraising and other revenue-generating initiatives
• and, with the support of the Board of Governors and external service providers, oversee the maintenance and renovation of our storied, historic building