Description
The Executive Director (ED) of the Cincinnati Youth Choir (CYC) is a visionary and strategic leader responsible for overseeing the organization's financial sustainability, operational excellence, community engagement, and mission alignment. The ED works in close collaboration with the Board of Directors, Managing Director, and program staff to ensure CYC’s long-term growth, artistic excellence, and community impact. This individual will be a key ambassador for the organization and drive its continued development through strong fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight.
Requirements
1. Financial Strategy & Development
- Lead the planning and execution of a multi-pronged development strategy to increase financial support from individuals, corporate sponsors, foundations, and grants.
- Reconnect with past donors/sponsors and cultivate new relationships to support strategic initiatives.
- Serve as the primary liaison with Grant Writing Contractor, guiding the year-round development plan and overseeing grant writing and reporting.
- Collaborate with the Managing Director and Board Treasurer to prepare, review, and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
- Oversee coordination with the Accounting Contractor for accurate financial processes, coding, and reporting.
- Review monthly financial reports and ensure compliance with budget expectations and reporting standards.
- Ensure all grant applications and reports receive ED and MD review and approval prior to submission.
2. Organizational Leadership & General Management
- Supervise and support the Managing Director, Director of Cincinnati Choral Academy, and development staff.
- Facilitate weekly staff meetings and maintain strong internal communications.
- Provide operational oversight, including volunteer coordination, technology systems, and performance logistics.
- Collaborate on marketing, branding, and public relations efforts that support the mission and visibility of CYC, in partnership with the Managing Director.
- Serve as a public representative of the organization, including attendance at ArtsWave and other community functions.
3. Governance & Board Relations
- Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
- Provide regular updates on programs, events, and strategic priorities.
- Identify, recruit, and onboard new board members to ensure diverse skills and perspectives.
- Ensure all board compliance and annual documentation requirements are met.
4. Program & Event Oversight
- Oversee administrative aspects of tours, camps, and festivals, ensuring logistical, budgetary, and registration needs are met.
- Coordinate with program leaders and administrative staff to stay within program budgets and secure additional funding if needed.
- Support the planning and execution of parent engagement, volunteer activities, and special events in coordination with the Administrative Coordinator.
5. Strategic Planning & Mission Advancement
- Collaborate with the Board and leadership team to implement the current strategic plan and actively participate in the development of the next 5-year strategic plan.
- Ensure the mission and values of CYC are reflected in all programs, communications, and partnerships.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in arts administration, youth engagement, nonprofit management, and equity in programming.
