RSO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION SUMMARY
LOCATION: Regina, Saskatchewan
REPORTING: The Executive Director (“ED”) of the Regina Symphony Orchestra inc. (the “RSO”)
reports to the RSO Board of Directors (the “Board”) and with respect to limited
duties on behalf of the Regina Symphony Foundation Inc. (“RSF” ) to the RSF Board
of Directors.
Musicians report to the Music Director (‘MD”) and to the ED.
All other staff report to the ED including the:
▪ Director of Finance
▪ Director of Marketing
▪ Manager of Patron, Donor, and Education Services
▪ Production Manager
▪ Manager of Artistic Administration
▪ Personnel Manager
WEBSITE: https://www.reginasymphony.com
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supports the mission, vision and strategic initiatives of the RSO.
• Ensures, with the MD, that the RSO is an excellent orchestra.
• Develops and executes annual business objectives, approved by the Board, including
those in operations, administration and finance.
• Ensures the RSO and its employees understand and adhere to all legal obligations and
governance documents of the RSO, including the RSO’s Board Policy Manual, the
Administrative Handbook of the RSO, and the Collective Agreement with the musicians.
• Advances the educational goals and initiatives of the RSO, including with relevant
partners.
• Advances the RSO in the community and acts as one of the senior RSO representatives for
fundraising and public relations purposes.
• Advances RSO efforts on reconciliation and on social issues, including diversity, equity
and inclusion.
• Performs any other duties reasonably assigned by the Board.
DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES:
LEADERSHIP
• In collaboration with the MD, articulates and portrays a clear vision that demonstrates the
RSO’s values of excellence, innovation, engagement, and integrity.
• Provides advice and support to the MD on budgeting and other operational matters.
• Ensures that the scheduling and production of all RSO events (including concerts,
rehearsals, tours, run-outs, and special events) run smoothly, effectively and in a
financially responsible manner.
• Ensure that the services of the Regina Symphony Chamber Players are being used in a
productive, efficient manner consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of the RSO.
• Develops strategies and policies for consideration by the Board.
• Oversees relations with all patrons and donors, and ticket sales for concerts and events.
• Serves as liaison between musicians and other staff on major issues.
• Leads negotiations of the collective agreement with the musicians’ union.
• Takes mutual responsibility with the MD to maintain a cooperative relationship and
advance the best interests of the organization.
• Establishes cooperative and productive relationships with other key cultural organizations
in Saskatchewan and creates synergy for mutual success.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
• Manages and administers RSO activities in alignment with the strategic and business plans
of the Board.
• Directs the financial and business operations of the organization, including financial
planning, control and reporting, annual operating budget, long-range plan and financial
projections.
• Works to ensure the financial sustainability of the RSO while increasing the financial
position/capacity of the organization.
• Ensures that reports accurately reflect the RSO’s financial position at all times.
• Identifies risks and implements risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Works with the external auditors and the RSO Audit and Finance Committee to safeguard
RSO assets and reliability of financial records.
• Oversees and protects security of all information management and systems essential to
the RSO’s operations.
• Ensures RSO’s compliance with federal and provincial charitable organization provisions,
employment law, and all other relevant statutes and requirements.
• Oversees the finances, administration and government filings of the Regina Symphony
Foundation Inc.
FUNDRAISING
• Establishes and achieves fundraising targets approved by the Board in consultation with
the ED.
• Leads the development, management and implementation of sustainable fundraising
programs.
• Oversees and completes grant applications to government agencies and foundations.
• Develops and maintains strategic partnerships and relationships with corporate and
individual benefactors.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
• Oversees and ensures excellence in all marketing and communication activities including
public relations, advertising, website and social media, season subscription and renewal
campaigns, ticket sales, audience research, new subscriber activities and merchandising.
• Leads management and volunteers in ensuring that the RSO values of excellence,
innovation, engagement and integrity inform all communications.
• Works with the MD to market the RSO locally and across Canada.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH & EDUCATION
• Oversees the design, development, funding, administration, promotion and evaluation of
all education and outreach programs.
• Advances and creates opportunities for children and youth to learn and be inspired by
orchestral music.
• Represents the RSO to other arts, education and civic institutions to promote constructive
and beneficial working partnerships in the community.
• Ensures community engagements and education programs align with RSO’s values, and
strategic goals, including building inclusivity with Indigenous partners and other equity-
deserving groups.
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
• Hires, trains and evaluates all office staff.
• Provides administration for the musicians of the orchestra by carrying out and complying
with provisions in the collective agreement.
• Establishes and enhances an environment of appreciation and gratitude for supporters
and volunteers throughout the organization.
• Defines and applies key performance indicators with the office staff.
• Creates an appropriate environment to stimulate employee morale and productivity.
• Builds a culture that encourages creative thinking, anticipates demands and seizes future
opportunities.
• Provides professional development opportunities as appropriate.
• Delegates staff to work with volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• A minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience with business skills in a non-profit or
cultural organization.
• A history of sound fiscal management.
• Experience in marketing with a proven ability and enthusiastic willingness to fundraise and
develop significant sponsorships and partnerships.
• Experience in or demonstrate ability in creating and presenting to the Board a long-range
strategic plan and an annual operating plan for both financial and operational areas.
• Experience in analysis of key components of the financial or operating plans and
presenting relevant information to the Board for decision-making purposes.
• Proven history of recruiting, hiring, evaluating and inspiring qualified staff, building an
efficient and cooperative team and improving efficiencies and handling all related human
resources matters.
• Proven ability to plan for various contingencies; skills in crisis management.
• Proven experience and success in grant writing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Management experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• An undergraduate degree or higher in Arts Administration, Business or equivalent, or
experiential equivalent.
ATTRIBUTES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• An inspirational visionary who leads by example.
• Ability to lead in a period of significant dynamic change.
• Ability to evaluate and articulate risks and benefits and present appropriate and
understandable analysis and recommendations for action or change.
• A genuine appreciation for orchestral music, with a profound belief in its importance to
society.
• An understanding and appreciation of the culture and norms of Saskatchewan.
• An understanding of the importance of inclusion of Canada’s Indigenous peoples and
other equity-seeking groups.
• A fearless relationship builder who enjoys connecting with the community.
• A vibrant and influential communicator who is engaging, outgoing and personable, with a
polished presence.
• Superior listening and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with sponsors and potential sponsors and represent the RSO in a
professional manner.
• Works well under pressure.
• A creative and innovative thinker.
• An appreciation and understanding of technological change and its impact on audiences.
• A natural rapport with musicians.
• Disciplined, takes initiative and accepts ownership with a hands-on approach.
COMPENSATION
A competitive compensation package including base salary and benefits will be provided,
commensurate with experience. The compensation range is $95,000 to $110,000.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply by email no later than Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at noon Saskatchewan Time.
Your application should include a cover letter expressing interest in the position, a resume and
the names and contact information of three references two of whom must be related to your
professional career. Please include all this information in one pdf file.
Please send your application to: iyeates@reginasymphony.com
The RSO is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from
all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, members of
visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual
orientation, and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code.
Applicants are invited to self-identify in as many categories as apply. You may
identify in more than one group: please indicate all with which you self-identify.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with
Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will
be given priority.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those advancing in the process will be contacted.