[e-drive] E-DRIVE [JOB - GENERAL MANAGER - VICTORIA]

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JOB - GENERAL MANAGER - VICTORIA
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Kaleidoscope Theatre Productions Society invites candidates to apply for
the position of General Manager. The position is full time, and
commences in Spring 2006.

Kaleidoscope is a not-for-profit, professional Theatre for Young
Audiences based in Victoria, BC with a current operating budget of
$485,000.

The theatre's mission is to create original, innovative and relevant
theatre experiences that stimulate and inspire young people and their
communities. Over the past five years Kaleidoscope has seen a
revitalization of its programming and operations, which now annually
include two mainstage plays, 1-2 tours, a Family Series, a Theatre
School, and numerous outreach programs. The theatre operates without its
own venue.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the General Manager works with the
Artistic Director to fulfill the Society's goals. Supported by a staff
of one half time position, the General Manager has responsibility for
the production and administrative management of the Society.

The ideal candidate should have experience as a senior arts
administrator and possess strong leadership, development, and marketing
skills. The ideal candidate should also possess: strong grant and
proposal writing skills; experience in financial management; the ability
to effectively build and manage relationships with everyone from senior
funders to artists, schools, customers, and volunteers; the capacity to
thrive in a fast-paced environment; a demonstrated passion for the arts;
an understanding of Theatre for Young Audiences; and, and a desire to
support the Artistic Director's vision.

For confidential consideration, please email, mail or deliver your
application, along with salary expectations, by November 30th, 2005.
Applications by fax will not be accepted. No telephone calls, please.

SEND SUBMISSIONS TO:
Search Committee
board at kaleidoscope.bc.ca
Kaleidoscope Theatre
204-556 Herald Street
Victoria, BC, V8W 1S6
We thank all applicants, however only those requested for an interview
will be contacted.
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