Nov. 13, 2009
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Head of Development
The Power Plant
Job Ref. # 09F23-ET The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery at Harbourfront Centre is Canada’s leading public gallery devoted exclusively to the art of our time and is recognized as an important centre for contemporary art in North America. Over the past 20 years, its reputation for presenting cutting edge exhibitions, superior catalogues and editions, and challenging special events has remained unparalleled. Presenting contemporary art by practitioners of local, national, and international stature, The Power Plant's mission is to present and disseminate the best contemporary art in all and any media.
Currently an employment opportunity exists in The Power Plant for a full time Head of Development. Reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for securing major new funding for the gallery, managing and implementing public and private sector fundraising strategies as well as the marketing, public relations and brand development strategies for The Power Plant. As part of the management team, the incumbent will also participate in business and strategic planning for The Power Plant.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Develop and implement revenue generation strategies for the fiscal year, maximizing all revenue sources including earned revenue, ticket sales, wholesale and retail services, venue rentals and special events, corporate sponsorship, membership and individual giving, government and foundation grants. Oversee and manage the associated fundraising activities and campaigns
- Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies, ensuring that the gallery and its programmes are effectively communicated and promoted to diverse audiences and groups. Oversee the implementation of these strategies ensuring the best utilization of Harbourfront Centre resources
- Manage and direct the work of subordinate staff including hiring, training, setting and monitoring performance objectives and disciplining staff.
- Develop and implement membership enhancement strategies to maximize membership enrollment, revenue, member satisfaction and member engagement with The Power Plant.
- Develop and implement branding strategies for The Power Plant and its programmes, products and services. Oversee implementation ensuring a high level of awareness of the brand values among stakeholder groups nationally and internationally
- Prepare written evaluations, final reports, revenue projection reports and associated budgets and financial reconciliations for submission to funders, the Director and Board.
- Identify potential funders, initiate contact and conduct presentations. Manage sponsorship contracts, agreements and fulfillment plans and ensure all marketing benefits are met. Research new products and services aimed at maximizing revenue.
- Work with the Director to develop and implement partner development strategies aimed at growing the social and cultural relevance of the gallery and support for its programmes nationally and internationally. Establish and nurture positive relationships with stakeholders, sponsors, partners, donors and foundations to ensure support for The Power Plant mission.
- Develop and oversee major fundraising and cultivation events including the Power Ball, member events and other revenue generation events
The ideal candidate will be a post secondary graduate in an arts, marketing or communication programme with a minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior level in the development or marketing field, preferably in the not-for-profit sector. Proven experience in sponsorship, service delivery and marketing in the private sector as well as experience with government and foundation granting procedures and individual giving and membership campaigns is a must. He/she must have exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to develop effective partnerships as well as to persuade and negotiate. He/she must possess excellent writing and presentation skills. He/she must be a strategic thinker, highly motivated, organized and able to manage multiple priorities. The incumbent must have proven ability to lead and manage staff and be computer literate with excellent word processing skills. Experience in a visual arts organization would be an asset.
Qualified applicants must apply by NOVEMBER 27, 2009
Please send your resume quoting Job Ref. No. 09F23-ET to:
Human Resources, 235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Fax (416) 973-1003
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Nov.9, 2009
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MANAGER – MARKETING
Job Ref. # 09F22-ETNumber of vacancies: 1
Harbourfront Centre, on Toronto's waterfront, is an innovative non-profit cultural organization which creates, for a diverse public, events and activities of excellence that enliven, educate and entertain. Working in partnership with various communities, Harbourfront Centre nurtures and supports educational and recreational activity as well as contemporary artistic creation through showcasing Canadian and international talent. Our year-round operation offers some 4000 internationally acclaimed events ranging from music, literary and theatrical festivals to children’s activities and craft workshops. Harbourfront Centre is one of Toronto's most popular tourist attractions, drawing more than 3 million visitors and contributing over $126 million to the local economy annually.
Currently an employment opportunity exists in our Marketing Department for a full time Manager, Marketing. Reporting to the Director, Marketing & Media Relations, this position will develop marketing strategies and programmes to meet organizational objectives and to increase ticket sales and audience attendance at the Harbourfront Centre site and its programmes; drive the execution of the marketing plans and strategies; and direct the day to day activities of the staff and department.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Develops and recommends goals, objectives and strategies for the Marketing department to promote Harbourfront Centre programmes and activities and to market the 10-acre site as a destination.
• Functions as the driving force to ensure complete implementation and successful operation of marketing and design processes.
• Plans, coordinates and evaluates the activities, programmes and services of the department to ensure its effective operation.
• Develops programme and project marketing strategies and plans and supervises the implementations.
• Working in cooperation with the New Media group in Design Communications, aggressively leads the Marketing department in the development and implementation of new media strategies as a primary marketing tool, while maintaining and utilizing traditional print and electronic media campaigns
• Supervises the activities of the marketing staff responsible for the execution of the marketing plan, services and functions of the department
• Works closely with the Director of Marketing and Media Relations and meets with various department representatives to discuss issues of mutual concern, coordinate efforts, develop action plans and/or marketing advice.
• Manages working relationships with Design Communications, Marketing Promotions, Sponsorship and Fundraising departments to successfully integrate their needs and processes in all Marketing implementations.
• Develops and manages the Marketing department budgets.
• Measures results and evaluates the effectiveness of the marketing plan for each programme and project upon completion.
• Uses Tessitura Ticketing System to obtain data for ticket sales analysis, developing strategic campaigns and information capture
• Keeps current on marketing trends and tactics. Liaises with Marketing departments of local cultural organizations as well as national and international organizations of a similar nature.
The ideal candidate will have a post secondary degree in marketing and 5-7 years experience in progressively responsible positions. The incumbent must be a creative thinker with problem solving skills and constant desire to improve existing processes or develop new ones. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills are required to deal collaboratively with a wide variety of people and diverse communities. He/she must have strong project management and organizational skills with ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines. Extensive experience working with print, electronic and ethno-culturally diverse media, and a sound understanding of web-based marketing campaigns and social media outlets are required. He/she must have previous supervisory experience with the ability to develop, motivate and inspire staff. An understanding of not-for-profit cultural and community-based organizations will be an asset.
Qualified applicants must apply by November 30, 2009
Please send your resume quoting Job Ref. # 09F22-ET to:
Human Resources, 235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Fax (416) 973-1003
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply 11/04/2009
Job Ref. #09J011CR-ET
Number of vacancies: 1
Situated on Toronto’s waterfront, Harbourfront Centre is renowned as Canada’s foremost facility for contemporary culture. Our year-round operation offers some 4000 internationally acclaimed events ranging from music, literary and theatrical festivals to children’s activities and craft shops.
Currently, we are seeking one part time contract Operations Crew in our Facilities Department. Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, this position is responsible for cleaning buildings on a daily basis, performing setup of events and monitoring cleanliness of buildings during events.
MAJOR DUTIES:
• Clean buildings and grounds including mopping, emptying garbage, dusting, removing snow and scooping, etc.
• Assemble/dismantle setups and strikes including tables, chairs, stages, kitchen equipment, etc as required.
• Maintain Harbourfront Centre equipment (e.g., tables, chairs, vacuums, sign boards, etc
• Respond to requests from Harbourfront Centre employees, the public and provide assistance as required.
• Check buildings, monitor heating and lighting systems for damage or malfunction and report problems to the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to operate equipment used for cleaning and snow removal, e.g., snow blower, two-way radio, vacuum, etc is required.
• Personable and polite (courteous with staff and the public)
• Professional work ethic and be able to work without supervision
• Available to work varying shifts: day, evening, night shifts and weekends
• Team player
• Good attendance and punctual
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• WHMIS training is desirable
DURATION: IMMEDIATELY to March 31, 2010
HOURS: 16-40 hours per week (able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays)
WAGE: $10.50 per hour
DEADLINE: Interested applicants must apply by November 27, 2009
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
HARBOURFRONT CENTRE
Employment Opportunity
OPERATIONS CREW
Facilities
Job Ref. #09J011CR-ET
Number of vacancies: 1
Situated on Toronto’s waterfront, Harbourfront Centre is renowned as Canada’s foremost facility for contemporary culture. Our year-round operation offers some 4000 internationally acclaimed events ranging from music, literary and theatrical festivals to children’s activities and craft shops.
Currently, we are seeking one part time contract Operations Crew in our Facilities Department. Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, this position is responsible for cleaning buildings on a daily basis, performing setup of events and monitoring cleanliness of buildings during events.
MAJOR DUTIES:
• Clean buildings and grounds including mopping, emptying garbage, dusting, removing snow and scooping, etc.
• Assemble/dismantle setups and strikes including tables, chairs, stages, kitchen equipment, etc as required.
• Maintain Harbourfront Centre equipment (e.g., tables, chairs, vacuums, sign boards, etc
• Respond to requests from Harbourfront Centre employees, the public and provide assistance as required.
• Check buildings, monitor heating and lighting systems for damage or malfunction and report problems to the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to operate equipment used for cleaning and snow removal, e.g., snow blower, two-way radio, vacuum, etc is required.
• Personable and polite (courteous with staff and the public)
• Professional work ethic and be able to work without supervision
• Available to work varying shifts: day, evening, night shifts and weekends
• Team player
• Good attendance and punctual
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• WHMIS training is desirable
DURATION: IMMEDIATELY to March 31, 2010
HOURS: 16-40 hours per week (able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays)
WAGE: $10.50 per hour
DEADLINE: Interested applicants must apply by November 27, 2009
Please send your resume quoting Job Ref. No. 09J011CR-ET to:
Human Resources, 235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Fax (416) 973-1003
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com
Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
