The Organization
Rodman Art Institute of Niagara (RAiN) continues the legacy of Niagara’s Rodman Hall Art Centre through its efforts to establish a new public art gallery for the region Supported by the City of St. Catharines and endowments, RAiN manages a collection of over 1000 art pieces and works with partners throughout Niagara to foreground the visual arts. Currently, RAiN operates a small gallery in downtown St. Catharines.
The Position
RAiN is seeking a Director to lead – with support of a committed board of directors – the re-establishment of a public art gallery for the Niagara Region. This role requires a strategic and experienced museum professional to inspire and guide the Board, staff, arts community, civic leaders, and visitors.
Responsibilities
Visionary Leadership & Strategic Planning:
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Communicates and implements RAiN’s vision with the Board and staff, aligning strategies and programs with RAiN’s mandate, values, and charitable status.
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Promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in organizational and operational practices.
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Works with the Board to create and execute a Work Plan, including key deliverables, resources, policies, and procedures.
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Oversees the development and promotion of the artistic program, ensuring effective and financially feasible implementation of exhibitions, events, and activities.
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Expands RAiN’s audience, public profile, and partnerships, advocating for the art gallery’s benefits in the Niagara region.
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Leads strategic planning, master plan development, and establishes key partnerships for building a new home for the Rodman Art Institute of Niagara, ensuring objectives and milestones are met.
Fundraising & Development:
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Maintains financial health and fosters growth of Rodman Art Institute of Niagara in consultation with the Board.
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Facilitates donor relations, including donor cultivation and retention with support of the Board.
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Sources, writes (or supervises writing of), and submits project and operating grants, maintaining positive working relationships with arts councils and private funders.
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Seeks new funding from private and public sectors while maintaining existing funding, cultivating relationships with diverse donors, granting agencies, and supporters.
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Leads fundraising initiatives and events to increase self-generated revenue with support of the Board.
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Collaborates with programming staff to secure financially beneficial programming partners.
Communications & Marketing:
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Directs and oversees overall communications and marketing strategies.
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Acts as the primary spokesperson for RAiN with support of the Board.
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Builds relationships with stakeholders and community partners.
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Ensures clear and transparent communication between staff, the Board, Advisory Committee, membership, and stakeholders.
Operation and Financial Direction
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Leads and develops short and long-term financial strategic plans, budget models, priorities, and objectives for RAiN.
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Establishes and monitors the annual operating budget and ensures financial responsibility.
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Oversees the processing of all financial transactions, in addition to receipting and cash flow tracking.
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Prepares and compiles financial reports and oversees annual audits.
Human Resources & Management:
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Manages and provides leadership to all permanent and contractual staff; including hiring, evaluation, and professional development.
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Fosters a collaborative, accessible, diverse, and equitable work environment.
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Ensures compliance with all legislative requirements regarding human resources within Ontario (ESA, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health & Safety Act, AODA).
Candidate Qualifications
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Leadership experience in the operation and strategic development of visual arts or related
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cultural institutions that serve diverse communities.
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Experience with collections management, exhibitions planning, grant-writing and financial
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management.
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Track record in building public-private partnerships and/or capital project development.
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Skill in cultivating and managing stakeholders and fundraising.
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Excellent communication, marketing, and community engagement skills.
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Experience with facility planning and management.
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Graduate degree or equivalent experience.
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Willingness to live and work in Niagara with flexible hours.
Candidate Attributes
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Natural leadership skills with a strategic orientation.
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Emphasis on collaboration, diversity and broadening access to the arts.
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Passion for RAiN’s mission, vision, and values.
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Commitment to excellence in programming and strong audience engagement.
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Innovative and politically astute with the ability to bring new resources to enable RAiN’s goals..
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Entrepreneurial spirit who embraces change.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package, with a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000 and applicable benefits.
How to Apply
Please submit your application by emailing your cover letter and résumé to: [email protected]
Rodman Art Institute of Niagara is an equal-opportunity employer committed to reflecting our country’s diversity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We thank applicants for their interest; however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.