The Position

Reporting to the Chairman / the Council, the Executive Director, Programming will be responsible for the artistic contents and offerings by the Foundation; and daily operations.

Primary responsibilities include: 

• Developing the annual programme plan, the overall curriculum, including programme budgets and handling contract administration
• Planning the scope and contents for classes and performances with an appropriate balance of artistic genres, interests of the community and the educational mission of the Foundation
• Identifying opportunities for meaningful interaction with professional artists, students, donors/sponsors and the community at large
• Negotiating contracts, riders and agreements with artists, agents, and artist management companies for performances with the best possible audience experience and financial position of the Foundation
• Overseeing daily operations; working closely with senior management to ensure timely communication and promotion about class offerings, events etc
• Liaising with art groups, sponsoring organisations, Government departments, media etc to coordinate event details

The Candidate

The ideal candidate should possess the following attributes:

• Academic training in music or arts-related discipline with 10+ years’ experience in the field
• Experience and knowledge in all genres of the performing arts, particularly in chamber music and arts-driven programming
• Organisational and events management skills
• A strategic thinker/planner, detail oriented, organised and an ability to manage multiple tasks
• A passion for the performing arts, a willingness to embrace innovation, a collaborative spirit, and genuine curiosity about the role of the arts in education and the community
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

A letter of application setting out in detail why the applicant considers himself or herself suitable for the position, together with a full curriculum vitae (including expected salary), should be sent by clicking 'Apply Now' quoting the corresponding job reference.  The closing date for application is 27 April 2018.  Candidates who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation about four to six weeks from submission of application.

The Foundation reserves the right not to fill the positions.  The information provided by an applicant will be used for consideration of the application.