The President of International Arts & Artists (IA&A) reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the organization's consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives. IA&A was founded in 1995 and is currently a $2 million/year 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding and exposure to the arts internationally. IA&A fulfills its mission by providing programs and services to artists, arts institutions, cultural organizations, and the public in four distinct areas:
Traveling Exhibition Services
Cultural Exchange Programs
Design Studio
IA&A at Hillyer
More information can be found on the organization’s website at www.artsandartists.org
The President provides inspirational leadership and direction to staff; ensures the continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization; and establishes effective decision-making processes that will enable IA&A to achieve its long- and short-term goals and objectives. Specific duties are described below.
Overall Executive Management
Ensure that the organization has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission
Ensure that IA&A’s fiscal operations, fundraising, marketing, human resources, technology, communications, and programmatic strategies are effectively implemented across all segments of the organization
Continue to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive Board that is highly engaged and can assist with leveraging and securing resources
Ensure the delivery of high-quality services while managing for current and future growth
Ensure open communication about the measurement of financial, programmatic, and overall impact; comparing performance to stated milestones and goals
Maintain official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Demonstrate leadership in direction of programs, and bring new ideas and strategies to the Board of Directors
Communication
Keep the Board fully informed on the condition of the organization and important factors influencing it
Publicize the activities of the organization, its programs, and goals
Demonstrate and maintain relationships and cooperative arrangements with a broad array of arts leaders, arts organizations, and arts benefactors on an international, national, and local scale
Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, clients, funders, and the general public
Human Resources
Attract, retain, and motivate a diverse, high-quality staff (paid and volunteer)
Serve as a motivational leader for the entire staff, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration and ensuring a positive, multicultural work environment
Budget and Finance
Oversee the financial status of the organization, including developing long- and short-range financial plans, monitoring the budget, and ensuring sound financial controls are in place
Set financial priorities to support IA&A programs and staff
Work with the staff and the Board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines
Development
Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to sustain and grow the organization
Ensure that the flow of funds, earned and donated, permits IA&A to make continuous progress towards the achievement of its mission and that funds are allocated properly to reflect present needs and future potential
Formulate and execute comprehensive marketing, branding, and development strategies that will enhance revenue from major donors, foundations, government agencies, and corporations
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will exhibit:
Strong relationships with, and reputation within, international and national arts organizations, including funders, leaders, and artists
Deep understanding of, and a driving commitment to, the arts and cultural exchange
Financially and politically savvy leadership, with the ability to set clear priorities, delegate, and guide investment in people and systems
Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills, which support and enable sound decision-making
Minimum of a BA, ideally with a related advanced degree in the arts, arts programming, business, or public administration
At least 10 years of overall professional experience, 3-5 years serving in an executive role
Significant board development, fundraising, marketing/branding, and fiscal management experience
Excellent coalition-building skills with an ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; must be a persuasive negotiator able to achieve consensus amongst differing opinions
Outstanding presentation and communication skills, and the experience and proclivity to be an outgoing spokesperson, relationship builder, and fundraiser
Strong commitment to the professional development of staff; successful track record of recruiting and retaining a diverse team
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and sick leave. Please e-mail a CV and cover letter expressing your interest in this opportunity to christinep@artsandartists.org. Applications will be considered as they arrive.
IA&A is an equal opportunity employer