Executive Director, Halifax Pop Explosion

Reports To: Board of Directors
Type: Full time
Salary: $36,000

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 fulfilment 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. (Click here to view)

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 12th, 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.