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Development Manager, Nordic Bridges-Job Ref#19FC22
Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned artistic, educational and recreational programming across a stunning ten-acre site at the heart of Torontos waterfront. For more than 45 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world by curating thousands of events annually across its ten-acre site from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design, to sailing lessons. There is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre, year-round.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Development Manager, Nordic Bridges
Department: Development
Reporting to: Senior Development Officer, Grants and Government Relations
Key Relationships: Nordic and Canadian partners
Type of Employment: Contract-Start Date: December 02, 2019 End Date: March 31, 2022
Summary of Function:
Want to play a major role in an international collaboration in arts, culture and trade?
If you are a mid-career entrepreneurial-minded and driven leader with sponsorship experience, we want to hear from you!
Bonus points if you have experience in arts beyond sponsorship, or knowledge of the Nordic cultural sector.
In 2021, Canada will be the host country for the Nordic Cultural Initiative initiated by the Nordic Council of Ministers. Harbourfront Centre is the lead organization on this initiative.
In partnership with arts organizations across Canada, Nordic Bridges will include multidisciplinary programming and cultural conversations in cities including Halifax, Iqaluit, Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver.
The Development Manager for Nordic Bridges is responsible for program funding for the Nordic Bridges Project.
harbourfrontcentre.com/nordicbridges
DUTIES
Research
Grant Writing
Prepares proposals, reports and letters
Prepares plans and projections to assist in identifying priorities
Liaises with Nordic Bridges program managers
VIP event support
Other
Other duties as assigned
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
4 years in development, corporate partnerships, diplomatic relations, or project/event management; or a mix of experience with a strong written case
Superior communication skills, verbal and written
Knowledge of government grant structure and corporate community engagement
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills
Experience in managing both the political and bureaucratic levels of government and comprehensive knowledge of government process an asset
Basic accounting/ financial understanding, budgeting experience
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, spreadsheets and database)
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Nordic artistic and cultural sector
Working Conditions
Job may involve evening and weekend hours, as well as some travel
Acceptable applications must include:
A current resume
Responses indicating how you meet each of the essential criteria
A cover letter including salary expectations
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: November 19TH, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19FC22-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Development Manager, Nordic Bridges
Department: Development
Reporting to: Senior Development Officer, Grants and Government Relations
Key Relationships: Nordic and Canadian partners
Type of Employment: Contract-Start Date: December 02, 2019 End Date: March 31, 2022
Summary of Function:
Want to play a major role in an international collaboration in arts, culture and trade?
If you are a mid-career entrepreneurial-minded and driven leader with sponsorship experience, we want to hear from you!
Bonus points if you have experience in arts beyond sponsorship, or knowledge of the Nordic cultural sector.
In 2021, Canada will be the host country for the Nordic Cultural Initiative initiated by the Nordic Council of Ministers. Harbourfront Centre is the lead organization on this initiative.
In partnership with arts organizations across Canada, Nordic Bridges will include multidisciplinary programming and cultural conversations in cities including Halifax, Iqaluit, Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver.
The Development Manager for Nordic Bridges is responsible for program funding for the Nordic Bridges Project.
harbourfrontcentre.com/nordicbridges
DUTIES
Research
Grant Writing
Prepares proposals, reports and letters
Prepares plans and projections to assist in identifying priorities
Liaises with Nordic Bridges program managers
VIP event support
Other
Other duties as assigned
Workplace Health and Safety
All staff are required to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of other personnel (including volunteers and interns) who may be affected by their conduct.
Skills & Requirements
Essential Criteria
4 years in development, corporate partnerships, diplomatic relations, or project/event management; or a mix of experience with a strong written case
Superior communication skills, verbal and written
Knowledge of government grant structure and corporate community engagement
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills
Experience in managing both the political and bureaucratic levels of government and comprehensive knowledge of government process an asset
Basic accounting/ financial understanding, budgeting experience
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, spreadsheets and database)
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Nordic artistic and cultural sector
Working Conditions
Job may involve evening and weekend hours, as well as some travel
Acceptable applications must include:
A current resume
Responses indicating how you meet each of the essential criteria
A cover letter including salary expectations
Qualified applications are invited to apply by: November 19TH, 2019
Please quote Job Reference # 19FC22-ET
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process.
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