Managing Director
/Job Title:
Managing Director
Organization:
West Vancouver Community Arts Council
Deadline:
Aug. 1, 2026
Organization Description:
For more than five decades, the West Vancouver Community Arts Council has enriched community life by supporting local artists and presenting visual arts exhibitions, concerts, educational programs and community events.
Website:
Job Description:
• Experience managing organizational operations, budgets and staff or volunteers.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant writing and donor relations.
• Experience working collaboratively with a Board of Directors.
• Strong financial management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, accounting software (such
as QuickBooks), CRM databases and online event or ticketing platforms.
• Experience in the arts, culture or community sector is considered an asset.
Responsibilities:
Leadership & Operations
• Provide overall leadership for the organization and manage day-to-day
operations.
• Lead and support staff and volunteers while fostering a positive, inclusive
workplace culture.
• Implement Board-approved strategic priorities and operational plans.
Financial Management & Fundraising
• Prepare and manage the annual operating budget and monitor financial
performance.
• Oversee bookkeeping, accounting and annual audit processes.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies, including grants, sponsorships,
donations and community partnerships.
• Build long-term financial sustainability through diversified revenue sources.
Governance & Compliance
• Provide the Board of Directors with sales and operational reports to allow for
ongoing analysis of systems in real time.
• Implementing Board policies and assisting with governance
• activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, funding agreements and
organizational policies.
• Maintain sound risk management and ethical business practices.
Community Engagement
• Serve as the primary ambassador for the WVCAC.
• Build strong relationships with artists, members, donors, government
representatives, community organizations and the broader North Shore arts
community.
• Promote awareness of the Council's programs and impact.
Programs & Technology
• Oversee gallery operations, arts programming and community events.
• Manage and continually improve the organization's digital systems, including
CRM, website, online ticketing, payment platforms, cloud storage and financial
software.
• Support marketing initiatives that increase participation, membership and
community engagement.
Qualifications:
Three to five years of progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit, arts,
cultural or community organization.
How to Apply:
Please submit one PDF containing your cover letter and résumé no later than August 1,
2026.
Email to the attention of: Ms. Catherine Schachtel – catschachtel@outlook.com
Remuneration:
Salary: $65,000–$70,000 annually, plus eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus based on organizational and individual performance
