Coordinator - ROM: Contemporary Culture

ROM: Contemporary Culture (formerly Institute for Contemporary Culture) connects the ROM to the public through programming, exhibits, events and partnerships focused on powerful themes and issues, http://rom.on.ca/icc. Reporting to the Managing Director, a minimum of 75% of the Coordinator’s role provides administrative assistance, coordination/liaison with other ROM staff relating to exhibits, programs, publications and special events, including: program research and delivery, records management, financial administration, communications, membership management, and other duties as assigned.  The Coordinator acts as recording secretary, attending all meetings of the ROM: Contemporary Culture board and its committees, as directed.  There is regular contact with a variety of internal departments, board members and other external contacts.  The remaining 25% of the Coordinator’s time may be assigned to assist the other two managing directors of the Centres of Discovery (Biodiversity and Ancient Cultures).

Posted Date 2012-12-20
Closing Date 2013-01-09
Department ROM: Contemporary Culture
Type Full-Time Permanent
Salary $51,384 - $58,724 per annum

Qualifications

  • A University degree in a museum-related discipline or an acceptable equivalent in education and experience. 
  • At minimum of five (5) years of museum-related or project management experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and excellent analytical abilities.  Good judgment and confidentiality are essential. Communication abilities must be at a high level relating to the promotion of activities to the public, in person or though printed materials and the web site.
  • Proven organizational, office management and special event coordination skills with a strong attention to detail.  Thorough knowledge of financial reporting and cash management systems. 
  • Previous experience working with fundraising volunteer boards and/or organizing and supervising groups of volunteer workers and paid occasional staff.  Proven client service and public relations experience.
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office and database programs.
  • Proven ability to administer multiple projects with tight timelines and to comprehend complex data.  Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, as required.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including attending evening Board Meetings and weekend or evening programs and events.
  • Demonstrated interest and knowledge of cultural issues, contemporary art and current affairs.  Bilingualism is an asset.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Mara Gunner, Human Resources and Organizational Development, Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 2C6.  FAX (416) 586-5827 or email humanresources@rom.on.ca Please include Competition #2012-074 – Coordinator ROM:  Contemporary Culture on the subject line.

 

PRIOR TO 5 p.m. on January 9, 2013.  We appreciate the interest of all applicants.  Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.