The Executive Director is responsible to ensure the effective operation of the Halifax Pop Explosion Association in its pursuit of its vision and mission.  The Association exists to present our annual festival, and any other projects or events that may from time to time be staged.  The Executive Director is therefore responsible for resource development, financial management, sponsorship and government investment acquisition, promotion, and relationships between volunteers and staff. Specific areas of responsibility include:

1. The Board of Directors

• Reports to Board of Directors, implements all policies established by the Board, recommends policy to the Board of Directors.
• Has direct responsibility to Board for overall integrity of the organization.
• Encourages & Supports the Board of Directors to conduct long-term strategic planning for the organization and participates fully in that process.
• Develops the Business Plan with staff input and Board approval, and assists the Board in staging periodic strategic planning sessions to revise the Strategic Plan.
• Keeps Board regularly informed of Festival progress toward goals and in general.

2. Operations

• Develops the multi-year Business Plan with staff input and Board approval, and assists the Board in staging.
• Creates the budget, after consulting with the Talent Director and appropriate staff.
• Recommends final budget to the Finance/Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Works closely with Treasurer and staff to ensure that financial procedures are developed and carried out correctly under policies established by the Board, that the budget is monitored and that there is adequate cash flow.
• Creates an overall yearly “Operational Plan” for the Festival that includes timelines and responsibility assignments for each major activity; ensures timelines are adhered to as closely as possible.
• In conjunction with marketing staff, plans overall marketing effort and ensures its timely execution.
• Oversees Talent Director regarding contracting procedures for Festival artists, production staff, etc.

3. Staff, Volunteers and Stakeholders

• Oversees full time and grant staff, contracted coordinator, volunteers.
• Hires/fires/periodically evaluates staff, both employees and contract workers.
• In support of the Board’s Human Resource Committee, ensures that personnel procedures are developed, including evaluation procedures.
• Develops and revises job descriptions for all staff and volunteers.
• Continually recruits new volunteers, encourages local committees to recruit others, and encourages a spirit of cooperation, enthusiasm, and a vision for the future.
• Works to involve related artistic organizations, performers, creators and businesses in the Festival.
• Ensures that staff and volunteers receive training necessary to carry out duties.

4. Sponsorship & Government

• Serves as chief development officer and ensures that all fund raising to businesses and individuals is completed effectively and coordinated to avoid double asks and maximize effectiveness.
• Serves as grant writer and ensures that appropriate grant applications are made to Federal, Provincial and Municipal agencies and private foundations in timely manner and that subsequent reports are prepared and submitted accordingly.

Halifax Pop Explosion Association is looking for an Executive Director.  The Executive Director is responsible to ensure the effective operation of the Halifax Pop Explosion Association in its pursuit of its vision and mission.  The Association exists to present our annual festival, and any other projects or events that may from time to time be staged.  The Executive Director is therefore responsible for resource development, financial management, sponsorship and government investment acquisition, promotion, and relationships between volunteers and staff.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

In general terms, the successful candidate for this position would typically have a post secondary credential in some related field, although this is not strictly required. Related work and management experience in the non-profit and/or cultural sector and/or event promotion are critical assets. Other personality traits and skills that are critical to the successful fulfillment of this role include:

• Highly developed leadership skills;
• A dynamic, outgoing personality, someone who thrives on public speaking and on developing and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships (e.g. with Halifax Pop Explosion’s sponsors, partners, staff and volunteers);
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills;
• Proven financial and operations management skills;
• Event planning and delivery skills;
• Proven ability to devise and execute successful fundraising initiatives;
• The ability to plan quickly and effectively, coupled with a willingness to adapt to changes;
• Excellent time and personal management skills;
• Highly developed computer and internet literacy
• An intimate understanding of the local music and art community in Halifax;
• An understanding and appreciation for the regional, national, and global new music community and the industry that supports it.
• A full job description can be found here on our website.

HOW TO APPLY:

If emailing, sent email with resume AND cover letter as PDF attachment only to jobs@halifaxpopexplosion.com

If mailing, please send to Halifax Pop Explosion Association, 2151 Gottingen Street, Halifax, NS B3K 3B5

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

A resume and cover letter must be received at the Halifax Pop Explosion office or by e-mail by 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time on Friday March 12^th, 2010.

Halifax Pop Explosion is an equal opportunity employer; thank you for your interest, but it will only be possible to correspond with those who are selected for an interview.