The Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC) is a unique community benefit organization that operates in a 13,000 sq. ft. city-owned facility in downtown Guelph. Through innovative programming and community partnerships, the GYMC educates, enriches and fosters the development of our youth through music and the arts. GYMC programs include:

The Guelph School of Music
GYMC String Orchestras
Kids Chorus
Music for Children with Disabilities

The GYMC is also home to numerous other organizations, including:

Suzuki Strings School of Guelph
Guelph Youth Singers
The Acting Centre
And many more

The GYMC is seeking an energetic and creative Executive Director who cannot only drive current programs and secure long-term revenue growth but also play a pivotal role in helping our organization realize its full potential. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact, and we are excited to welcome the right candidate on board.

The executive director reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the leadership and operational management of the GYMC and its programs. The successful candidate will work with the Board to identify and secure funding sources through corporate and private sponsors, grants, foundations, and other fundraising activities. The Executive Director is also responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating youth music and arts programs, fostering volunteerism, and sound financial and facility management.

Music training, arts programming experience, and collaborative skills are not just assets but integral to our mission. Grant writing experience and strong communication skills are essential. Proficiency in using digital tools such as Google Suite, QuickBooks Online, social media platforms, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems is required.

Salary $60,000–$62,000 (Basic benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, but not long-term disability insurance.

Detailed job description available here on August 28

Your letter of application, including your resume and at least two references, should be submitted in Word or PDF format by September 16, 2024

Please email applications to careers@gymc.ca

NOTE: Applications on paper will not be considered.

Guelph Youth Music Center
75 Cardigan Street, Guelph, ON N1H 3Z7
519-837-1119
Website: gymc.ca

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Executive Director, Guelph Youth Music Centre