General Manager

Company Overview

We are an organization inspiring the ongoing evolution of Canadian-Ukrainian dance. We are a dance company, school and community that promotes, develops and preserves Canadian-Ukrainian culture as professional artists and community leaders.

YOU CAN EXPECT TO…

Implement Our Strategic Vision

• Uphold the vision, mission, and mandate of the Ukrainian Shumka Dancers (USD) in all aspects of artistic and business operations;
• Lead the implementation of the strategic vision of the USD;
• Manage the business operations that support artistic development of the professional company and Shumka School of Dance.
• Work hours to align with needs of events and performances.

Company Profile

Job Description

Lead Organizational Operations

• Provide direct supervision to and management of staff and contractors of the company;
• Collaborate closely with the Artistic Director to supervise staff in the production of large and small-scale artistic works, including scheduling performances, company management, and the hiring of production staff;
• Ensure timely updates of CADAC financial and statistical reporting.

Reputation & Fund Development

• Pursue government, corporate, and private donor relationships to support the operations, projects, and strategic goals of the company;
• Provide financial stewardship and leadership for the company including budgeting and opportunity/risk management;
• Create and support opportunities for stakeholder engagement and retention (dancers, staff, board, school, alumni, donors, community);
• Manage brand awareness of the company to support visibility within the performing arts industry both locally and nationally.

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