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Are you interested in orchestral music and have exceptional leadership skills and experience in the performing arts?
We are looking for an experienced manager to take over the position of Orchestra Manager at Auckland Philharmonia, New Zealand’s professional city-based orchestra.
The Orchestra Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of the orchestra in all Auckland Philharmonia events throughout the year.
The role works closely alongside the Director of Operations, the Director of Artistic Planning, Auckland Philharmonia Music Director, Auckland Philharmonia musicians and many Auckland Philharmonia staff members. This role is an integral part of running the orchestra to ensure there are musicians on stage each week.
To be successful in this role you will need to have a strong knowledge and experience in the running of an orchestra, be a strong communicator and have advanced administrator skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills. You will also need to have the ability to work well both autonomously and within a team. The ability to remain level-headed under pressure and a passion for your work is essential.
To download a full copy of the job description please open the link below: https://aucklandphil.nz/backstage/work-with-us/orchestra-manager/
Why you?
Being an Auckland Phil employee is about more than excellence in your chosen field. We’re looking for individuals onstage and off who resonate with our mission to inspire a life-long love of music in the diverse communities we serve. Beyond your qualifications and experience, we also look for how your specific skills and abilities can enhance the Auckland Philharmonia and build into our values. So, even if you don’t think you have a typical career trajectory on your resume, we’d still love to hear from you!
Why Auckland Philharmonia?
With over 60 concerts and events each year Auckland Phil is a busy and vibrant place to work.
This is a fantastic chance to join Auckland’s largest performing arts organisation and use your expertise to ensure we continue to deliver inspiring musical experiences to the whole community.
We believe that you do your best work when you are your whole self, so we have a number of benefits for employees including a flexible work policy, a work from home policy, generous leave arrangements in our summer office closure and an Employee Assistance Programme offering free counselling, health coaching and career advice.
Auckland Philharmonia is on a mission to open doors, and this is embodied in our solution-focused and positive approach to the workplace, commitment to being present internally and externally, and supporting growth through active listening in a judgement-free environment.
What next?
If this appeals to you, please apply in writing with:
A letter of application outlining why you are interested in this position
Your CV, with an outline of your experience and qualifications
Closing date for applications is: Friday 14 February 2025
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
We're not about a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to recruitment. We want to ensure everyone has an equitable experience, so to chat through any accommodations or adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process, please include a note in your email to Jessica (above).
For full requirements see job description on our website: https://aucklandphil.nz/backstage/work-with-us/orchestra-manager/
The Auckland Philharmonia is a leading performing arts organisation in Aotearoa New Zealand, serving T?maki Makaurau Auckland, the country’s largest and most vibrant city, with concerts, events and activities throughout the year. The orchestra presents more than 60 performances annually, showcasing many of the world’s finest classical musicians as well as exciting collaborations with New Zealand’s most inventive contemporary artists.
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