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The Director & Chief Executive Officer (Director & CEO) is a community leader who provides vision and strategic direction to uplift and expand the collection and exhibitions of one of Canada's foremost visual art institutions. In the near-term, they are empowered to transition the organization from a phase of physical expansion to one of growth, community relevance, audience development, and impact. The Director & CEO is a champion for scaling and activating WAG-Qaumajuq's programs by engaging the community through innovative exhibitions that uplift its permanent collection, highlight international artists, engage in inclusive educational programming, and preserve and grow its renowned collection.
Job Responsibility:
Create a bold vision and a clear and compelling strategy for sustainable growth
Grow the size, scale, and diversity of members through consistent, direct engagement and meaningful dialogue
Identify new earned revenue opportunities through an array of activities
Oversee an effective communication strategy
Engage in capital campaign planning and oversee significant capital initiatives
Secure public and private funding
Build a workplace environment that fosters employee trust, satisfaction, and an elevated level of professional performance
Foster a strong, inclusive organizational culture and advance people development through leadership, talent management, and employee engagement
Deliver robust monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Establish financial and operational policies with appropriate checks and balances
Requirements:
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible senior management experience in the visual arts, higher education, or relevant government agencies is required
Proven senior leadership experience in the arts, culture, non-profit, business, or the public sector is needed
Demonstrable results in strategic and community engagement, innovative revenue generation, successful capital campaigns, exemplary team supervision, participatory facility oversight, and dynamic artist relations are expected
A master's degree (or equivalent experience) in museum studies, business or arts administration, social science, history, Indigenous studies, or related fields is preferred
A combination of education, training, and experience with the knowledge, abilities, and altruism to perform this unique leadership role are deeply valued and will be seriously considered
Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or those who otherwise have a current legal right to work in Canada are welcome to apply
Multiple language skills are deeply appreciated but not required