Duration: 17.5 Hours/week, 1 year contract
Rate of pay: $16 to 20$/hour
Start Date: May 6th 2013
End Date: May 2nd 2014
The Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Community Programmer. Reporting to the Public, Educational and Community Programs Manager, the Community Programmer will be responsible for researching, conceiving, creating, delivering and evaluating community outreach initiatives and programs. This is a 1 year contract position with the possibility of becoming a permanent full time position.
Responsibilities:
- Delivering and expanding existing OAG community programs such as Creative Sundays (drop-in art-making afternoons), the Art Tent (mobile activity tent for fairs and festivals), the Artery Project (youth voluntary involvement program) and workshops held in partner institutions;
- Evaluating the experience and outcome of projects, identifying shortcomings and suggesting solutions;
- Researching, connecting and communicating with groups and agencies from cultural, social and economic sectors of the city that would benefit from knowing about the free children, youth and family programs at the OAG;
- Coordinating and scheduling contract staff;
- Developing, implementing and evaluating new outreach programs and initiatives;
- Planning, coordinating and evaluating OAG's summer camps;
- Contribute to overall staff effort towards the varied events and functions of the Gallery.
Knowledge & Experience:
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A graduate degree in art history, fine arts, humanities, cultural studies and/or arts education with a knowledge of Canadian art, issues in contemporary art and education/learning theory;
- Experience working in a public art gallery/museum or related cultural institution, with demonstrated expertise in the development and delivery of programs for a variety of audiences;
- Proven interest in contemporary art practices;
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in both French and English (required);
- Strong organizational, administrative and computer skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Deadline for application: April 14th, 2013
Please apply with cover letter and resume to:
vcouillard@ottawaartgallery.ca
Ottawa Art Gallery, 2 Daly Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6E2
The Ottawa Art Gallery is an equal opportunity employer, and thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
