We’re HIRING! Program Coordinator, Part-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

Applicants for the Program Coordinator position will be responsible for all the workshops and programming development, including the booking of artists. The successful applicant will also maintain and build relationships with communities and artists. The ideal candidate will have experience in not-for-profit arts charity, facilitation of music and art programs, and knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions and current issues relating to Indigenous communities. We seek applications that reflect diversity including ethnicity, culture, disability, economic, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Type: P/T 1-year contract, reports to Executive Director

Deadline for Applications: Friday, February 28, 2025

Salary: $32.50 per/hour at 80 hours per month (Part-Time)

Expected start date: Monday, March 17, 2025

Arrangements: This position is remote | Canada

Artscan Circle is a creative bridge between Indigenous communities and Canada’s capacity for change. We invoke dialogue about the past, present and future we share through the restorative power of art. Our programs are a canvas for youth and a model for co-creation under Truth and Reconciliation, Call to Action #83.

OUR MISSION IS ART DIPLOMACY. Simply put, we co-create safe spaces and creative stages where Indigenous youth can thrive. Through art-based programming, we open pathways of opportunity for First Nations, Métis, Innu and Inuit youth to access creativity and express themselves in healthy ways. In doing so, we aim to create empathy and inspire actions that serve their rights, interests and future.

Program Coordinator Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

1)    See that the ED is fully informed on all things concerning the organization.

2)     Liaisons with communities

● Consult with education authorities, band offices, schools, and community members to determine what workshops best fit their community interests

●      Establish and maintain relationships and partnerships with communities

●      A follow-up with each community post-workshop to discuss success and challenges and ways to improve future trips

3.  Coordinate all trips

●      Maintain official records and documents for all artists and ensure compliance with all regulations, police screenings, waivers and contracts signed, etc, and filed

●      Book flights and accommodations for the artists

●      Zoom and/or phone consultations with artists and community connector before trips to go over safety protocols, workshop format, community outreach, effective classroom management and cultural sensitivity

●      A follow-up with the artists to discuss success and challenges and ways to improve

●      Evaluate and write reports on all trip

● The Program Coordinator is the point of contact with travelling artists  

4.  Other

●      Some travel is required with this position

●      Coordinate our yearly residency program

●      Maintain professional relationships with local and national partnerships that pertain to the programming

●      Strategize, design and create new programs with ED

●      Maintain and build new relationships with artists

●      Work with the Instrument Coordinator on what instruments will be shipped up North

●      Make sure programming documents are current and updated

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

●      Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions and current issues relating to Indigenous communities. Experience in arts, culture, and community-based program coordination

●      Exceptional Interpersonal skills and communication skills with the ability to work independently while also recognizing when to seek advice as circumstances change

●      Ability to organize workshops and facilitate group discussions and meetings

●      Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously

●      Knowledge and experience with budget management

●      Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Requirements: Experience working with Indigenous communities and artists and a knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions and current issues relating to Indigenous communities.

To Apply: Please send a resume and letter of interest to Laura Vukson at executivedirector@artscancircle.org

Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. To learn more about Artscan Circle, please visit www.artscancircle.ca

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to connecting with you!