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business development manager

Posted on December 02, 2024 by Employer details Darke Hall

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Darke Hall is currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic *Business Development Manager* to join our team. The Darke Hall Business Development Manager is a member of the senior management team reporting to the Artistic Producer. The Business Development Manager plays a crucial role in advancing the Darke Hall mission through financial and human resources management, strategic planning, fundraising and relationship building as well as facility management. Darke Hall Society is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that operates the recently renovated historic concert venue. Our programming includes presentations of contemporary and classical music, theatre, comedy, and dance. We are also a rental venue that gives priority to local artists and arts organizations as well as the U of R Conservatory of Performing Arts and the Department of Music. *Key Responsibilities:* 1. Budget and Finance: In consultation with the Artistic Producer, develop annual operating and project budgets, ensuring proper allocation of resources and tracking of expenses. 2. Audit: Provide the auditing firm with the information required to prepare the annual financial report. 3. Grant Writing: Research and write grant proposals to secure funding from government agencies and foundations, ensuring alignment with Darke Hall Society?s mission and goals. 4. Partnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including donors, community leaders, and other arts organizations to foster collaboration and support. 5. Fundraising: Develop and implement comprehensive individual and corporate fundraising campaigns. 6. Human Resources Management: Together with the Artistic Producer and Technical Director, manage a work culture that supports employee, artist, and volunteer engagement and open communication. 7. Facility Management: In concert with the Technical Director, ensure that the facility is well maintained and in full compliance with health and safety regulations. 8. Systems Management: Ensure that communications, IT, website, ticketing software, and building systems are meeting the needs of the venue. 9. Insurance: Ensure that Darke Hall Society, the building, and venue renters are adequately insured. *Skills and Qualifications:* - Passion for the Mission: a deep commitment to Darke Hall Society?s mission and values. - Financial Savvy: Ability to provide strong financial management, business development leadership and expertise to the organization. Experience with QuickBooks is important. - Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis to assess program effectiveness. - Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Communication Skills: excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Fundraising Knowledge: Familiarity with fundraising principles, grant writing, and donor relations. - Background in non-profit management, business administration, fundraising, or program management is an asset. *Application Process:* - Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience to info@darkehall.ca. - Deadline to apply is January 3, 2025. - Interviews for short-listed candidates will take place during the last two weeks of January. - Position will be offered to the successful candidate in February 2025. - Position start date is May 1, 2025. There will be a two-month transition period for the new Business Development Manager to work with the retiring CEO in May and June. If you are a proactive, creative individual with a passion for performance arts and a talent for team leadership, we encourage you to apply for the Business Development Manager position. Darke Hall is committed to inclusion and diversity in hiring. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Darke Hall is committed to providing employees with a barrier free work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.0