| The Opportunity As the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO) nears its 75th anniversary in 2023, the organization is looking for an Executive Director (ED) who can provide renewed vision and leadership to support the next transformation and growth phase of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is the operational chief executive who manages the business of the WSO, and whose leadership role spans all aspects of the WSO’s activities and operations. A constant agent of change, the ED will harness the creative spirit and ideas from all parts of the organization, both employees and volunteers, to identify and realize new opportunities, ensuring the long-term viability and relevance of the WSO. Responsible for articulating the strategic vision and strategic objectives and direction as set by the Board of Directors, the ED will develop an annual plan and budget in support of such strategic objectives. The ED is responsible for the management of all aspects of operations and administration and all employees, with the exception of the Music Director (MD) and the artistic management of the members of the orchestra. The ED will lead the WSO into its next period of growth by cultivating and maintaining its strategic partnerships with funders, donors, patrons, business leaders, educational organizations and other cultural institutions while maintaining prudent fiscal management of operating expenses. In the role of lead spokesperson for the organization, the ED will elevate the visibility of the WSO, ensuring it maintains its important and unique voice in the Winnipeg community, nationally and internationally and in the Canadian and international arts communities. The ED will work closely and collaboratively with the MD to ensure that the artistic programming and activities are consistent with the WSO’s strategy and support its financial objectives. By adapting to changes in our communities and identifying and seizing on new opportunities, the WSO, under the leadership of its ED, will continuously seek to thrive artistically, be relevant culturally, and sustainable financially in the next 75 years. |
