Director, Finance and Administration, Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery

Installation view of Joyce Wieland: A Clutter of Love. Photo: Darryn Doull.

Director, Finance and Administration

The Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery is seeking a Director, Finance and Administration. The successful candidate is a forward-thinking individual who carries out a wide range of administrative and financial duties and is responsible for the integration of all administrative functions and financial requirements of the Gallery. The position plays a key role in the development and implementation of short and long-term business strategies and objectives for the Gallery.

This position is a key member of the senior management team and as such works closely with the Executive Director to support the daily operations of the Gallery including those related to finance, human resources, building services, visitor services, contracted trades, and ensures staff have the resources necessary to succeed while developing operational efficiencies. This position will make meaningful contributions to all aspects of the Gallery’s life, including risk management, long and short term artistic and strategic planning, budgeting, team collaboration and leadership, and acts as an ambassador for KWAG at all levels of public engagement.

The role requires a proactive and flexible approach, high-level administrative responsibility, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and functions. The successful applicant will have a strong background in finance, human resources, and operations management with demonstrated experience of working in the not-for-profit sector preferably in arts and culture administration. The Director should possess strong ethical integrity and knowledge to promote diversity and inclusion strategies.

This is a full-time salaried position, with a salary range of $ 70,000 to $75,000 per year.

Please send a resume and cover letter by Friday, 17th of February at 5:00 pm to:

Shirley Madill, Executive Director
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
101 Queen Street North, Kitchener, ON N2H 6P7
Email: smadill@kwag.on.ca

For complete listing and details on how to apply, visit:
kwag.ca/content/employment-opportunities