Job in Toronto - murmur hiring - Aberth Digital Storytelling

1.0Aberth Digital Storytellinghttps://www.aberth.com/digitalstorytellingJob in Toronto - murmur hiring - Aberth Digital Storytellingrich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content"><a href="https://www.aberth.com/digitalstorytelling/job-in-toronto-murmur-hiring/">Job in Toronto – murmur hiring</a></blockquote> <script type='text/javascript'> <![CDATA[//><!]]> </script><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://www.aberth.com/digitalstorytelling/job-in-toronto-murmur-hiring/embed/" width="600" height="338" title="“Job in Toronto – murmur hiring” — Aberth Digital Storytelling" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe>Dear friend of [murmur], Shawn Micallef sent me an email this morning saying that [murmur] is looking to hire an executive director to help move the project forward. He asked recipients of the mail to pass it on, so here it is: “[murmur] is looking for an inspirational leader. We’re seeking someone passionate about community, cities, and storytelling to guide and grow [murmur]’s collaborations and projects. The director will be responsible for managing and producing [murmur], and leading its expansion through writing grant applications, securing commissions, and cultivating relationships with potential funders. On the “producing” side, this means taking care of stuff like: – Recording & editing stories – Installing signs – Giving workshops – Managing volunteers and interns – Responding to lots of email inquiries – Coordinating with suppliers – Writing & sending out occasional newsletters – Attending conferences and festivals; sometimes presenting – Organizing events – Writing grant applications and project proposals – Managing budgets and books On the “cultivating relationships” side, this means (among other things): – Establish new contacts and projects in Toronto, nationally and internationally; – Develop strategies to raise funds to expand the project; – Seek out potential sponsors and donors, and tapping into networks; – Conduct ongoing research for new fiscal strategies and opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS: Please get in touch if you: – Know the project, like it, and (personally) are excited to help in its expansion; – Have experience being in charge of stuff; – Are personable and a great writer; – Are motivated and self-directed, a decision-maker and problem-solver; – Want a flexible schedule (meaning generally you can decide your own hours, but sometimes there’s stuff that needs doing on weekends); – Are organized and good with deadlines; – Are very comfortable with the web, and technology in general; – Are in Toronto but available for occasional travel; – Are okay with the idea that your salary is dependent on your fundraising abilities. The ideal candidate probably also reads a bunch of blogs, lives downtown, rides a bike and/or TTC, and has a cellphone. ENVIRONMENT: Our director will be working from the Centre for Social Innovation, on Spadina Avenue near Queen Street. COMPENSATION: This is a part-time contract position for now, probably 3-4 days/week and $18-20/hour to start depending on your experience, increasing with your fundraising success. HOW TO APPLY: Please email a CV and references to gabe at murmurtoronto.ca We are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible, June 30th at the latest. Please contact us by June 16th.”