Programs Manager - Equity Arc
Job Type Full-timeDescriptionEquity Arc is a young organization, supported by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, with ambitious plans to coordinate innovative collaboration in the classical music field.
We strive to kindle and galvanize a national movement to build meaningful equity in our field's institutions.
With a mission to create a level playing field for artists from backgrounds underrepresented in classical music, Equity Arc engages a broad coalition of members to both break down barriers to BIPOC musicians achieving success in the field and dismantle the structural inequities, biases, and systemic racism ingrained in many of the policies and practices in our field.
We work to ensure an inclusive and dynamic future for classical music that welcomes the talents and experiences of all.
Equity Arc is currently recruiting for a Programs Manager who will work collaboratively with Equity Arc's staff to strengthen the national collaborative of pathways programs throughout the country, raising the visibility and impact of this important work.
Equity Arc seeks an individual who is able to be flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of a fast-growing organization and who is capable of stewarding the joint efforts of our members.
If you are a strategic thinker, experienced leader, and passionate about driving collective action for positive change, we invite you to apply for this position.
Join the Equity Arc team and play a pivotal role in empowering individuals, fostering collaboration, and making a meaningful impact on a national scale.
This position operates under an administrative shared services agreement.
The employer of record is the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO).
RequirementsNational Collective for Musical Pathways:
Build and maintain strong relationships with and between Collective members.
Facilitate communication channels to enable effective information sharing, feedback, and engagement amongst the Collective.
Manage regular meetings of the Collective and its working groups to accomplish collective goals for growth and to strengthen members of the Collective.
Develop and maintain reporting and evaluation mechanisms to assess the performance and impact of Collective members, and ensure timely collection and organization of key data.
Prepare periodic reports highlighting key accomplishments and successes of Collective members and their musicians to effectively demonstrate the Collective's impact.
Fortify relationships with pathways graduates by developing an alumni network.
Work with Collective members to gauge their satisfaction with the Collective's activities and develop strategies to be responsive to members' needs.
Refine and oversee the application process for new members of the Collective.
Work with members of the Collective to produce recommended practices for pathways programs and create mentorship opportunities for prospective or newly formed programs.
Identify and pursue opportunities and partnership with external organizations to maximize the Collective's impact.
Serve as liaison for Equity Arc's pre-college activities with a variety of stakeholders, including administrators, musicians, and parents.
National Pathways Festival and Summit:
Collaborate with Equity Arc's General Manager in the planning and execution of the annual National Pathways Festival and Summit, including reviewing proposals from prospective hosts Identify prospective conversation themes for Summit conversations based on work with Collective members.
Engage Festival Orchestra Fellows to design extra-musical experiences that further their growth.
Identify important stakeholders to further the work of the Collective and Fellows.
Work with the host orchestra's team to design the Festival Orchestra schedule.
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the development of impactful panels and assets to raise awareness of the event and Equity Arc's work.
General:
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the production and publication of materials that amplify work and accomplishments of the Collective and organization.
Track effective and recommended practices for future national collectives in other phases of musical growth.
Work with Equity Arc staff in the development and execution of musician-facing engagement sessions.
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the planning and execution of in-person and virtual summits, workshops, and symposiums.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Relevant/commensurate job-related experience required.
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and build partnerships.
Strong leadership skills.
Confidence serving in mentorship and coaching roles.
Comfort working collaboratively and independently.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in working in a virtual workspace, including Microsoft 365.
Commitment to Equity Arc's mission.
While this is a fully-remote position, candidates will need to be available to travel for special Equity Arc events throughout the year, which includes occasional evening and weekend hours.
Equity Arc employees work remotely across the country.
Typical hours are 9:
00 am - 5:
00 pm CT.
Reporting Relationship:
General Manager Equity ArcBenefits Include:
Retirement Contribution 100% Remote position Flexible scheduling Generous PTO Plan $3,650 Employer Health Savings Account Contribution 100% Employer paid single health coverage and affordable family options Free Dental Insurance Salary Description Annual Wage Range:
$55,000 - $65,000 Recommended Skills Administration Cladding (Construction) Coaching And Mentoring Editing Fortify (Software) Information Sharing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We strive to kindle and galvanize a national movement to build meaningful equity in our field's institutions.
With a mission to create a level playing field for artists from backgrounds underrepresented in classical music, Equity Arc engages a broad coalition of members to both break down barriers to BIPOC musicians achieving success in the field and dismantle the structural inequities, biases, and systemic racism ingrained in many of the policies and practices in our field.
We work to ensure an inclusive and dynamic future for classical music that welcomes the talents and experiences of all.
Equity Arc is currently recruiting for a Programs Manager who will work collaboratively with Equity Arc's staff to strengthen the national collaborative of pathways programs throughout the country, raising the visibility and impact of this important work.
Equity Arc seeks an individual who is able to be flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of a fast-growing organization and who is capable of stewarding the joint efforts of our members.
If you are a strategic thinker, experienced leader, and passionate about driving collective action for positive change, we invite you to apply for this position.
Join the Equity Arc team and play a pivotal role in empowering individuals, fostering collaboration, and making a meaningful impact on a national scale.
This position operates under an administrative shared services agreement.
The employer of record is the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO).
RequirementsNational Collective for Musical Pathways:
Build and maintain strong relationships with and between Collective members.
Facilitate communication channels to enable effective information sharing, feedback, and engagement amongst the Collective.
Manage regular meetings of the Collective and its working groups to accomplish collective goals for growth and to strengthen members of the Collective.
Develop and maintain reporting and evaluation mechanisms to assess the performance and impact of Collective members, and ensure timely collection and organization of key data.
Prepare periodic reports highlighting key accomplishments and successes of Collective members and their musicians to effectively demonstrate the Collective's impact.
Fortify relationships with pathways graduates by developing an alumni network.
Work with Collective members to gauge their satisfaction with the Collective's activities and develop strategies to be responsive to members' needs.
Refine and oversee the application process for new members of the Collective.
Work with members of the Collective to produce recommended practices for pathways programs and create mentorship opportunities for prospective or newly formed programs.
Identify and pursue opportunities and partnership with external organizations to maximize the Collective's impact.
Serve as liaison for Equity Arc's pre-college activities with a variety of stakeholders, including administrators, musicians, and parents.
National Pathways Festival and Summit:
Collaborate with Equity Arc's General Manager in the planning and execution of the annual National Pathways Festival and Summit, including reviewing proposals from prospective hosts Identify prospective conversation themes for Summit conversations based on work with Collective members.
Engage Festival Orchestra Fellows to design extra-musical experiences that further their growth.
Identify important stakeholders to further the work of the Collective and Fellows.
Work with the host orchestra's team to design the Festival Orchestra schedule.
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the development of impactful panels and assets to raise awareness of the event and Equity Arc's work.
General:
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the production and publication of materials that amplify work and accomplishments of the Collective and organization.
Track effective and recommended practices for future national collectives in other phases of musical growth.
Work with Equity Arc staff in the development and execution of musician-facing engagement sessions.
Collaborate with Equity Arc staff in the planning and execution of in-person and virtual summits, workshops, and symposiums.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Relevant/commensurate job-related experience required.
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and build partnerships.
Strong leadership skills.
Confidence serving in mentorship and coaching roles.
Comfort working collaboratively and independently.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in working in a virtual workspace, including Microsoft 365.
Commitment to Equity Arc's mission.
While this is a fully-remote position, candidates will need to be available to travel for special Equity Arc events throughout the year, which includes occasional evening and weekend hours.
Equity Arc employees work remotely across the country.
Typical hours are 9:
00 am - 5:
00 pm CT.
Reporting Relationship:
General Manager Equity ArcBenefits Include:
Retirement Contribution 100% Remote position Flexible scheduling Generous PTO Plan $3,650 Employer Health Savings Account Contribution 100% Employer paid single health coverage and affordable family options Free Dental Insurance Salary Description Annual Wage Range:
$55,000 - $65,000 Recommended Skills Administration Cladding (Construction) Coaching And Mentoring Editing Fortify (Software) Information Sharing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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