Job Description:

Lakeshore Arts is embarking on a new Seniors’ program called Crimson & Craft: Seniors Art Connect, which is a program that will be designed by seniors for seniors in their communities. Although all are welcome to apply, LSA will be prioritizing hiring a senior (age 55+) as the Seniors’ Program Coordinator. 

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Seniors’ Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the Crimson & Craft program from beginning to end. They will conduct a consultation process with interested seniors, and plan an arts-based program taking the results into account. The successful candidate will hire a facilitator, support the program, plan a showcase, and conduct program evaluations. Finally, they will ensure that the program goals of increasing social inclusion of senior participants are prioritized throughout all phases of the program.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain program partnerships with appropriate venues or organizations.

• Initiate and facilitate a consultation process with a group of up to 20 seniors.

• Identify potential senior (age 55+) Artist Facilitators and support a hiring process for the program’s Artist Facilitator, taking into account the results of the consultation process.

• Draft contracts and agreements from templates for partners, facilitators, photographers, etc.

• Contribute to marketing and outreach plans for participant recruitment.

• Create detailed plans for the program in collaboration with Artist Facilitator, and keep thorough records of program developments.

• Source and purchase supplies and materials for the program, keeping receipts, and adhering to program budget.

• Plan and execute an exhibition or showcase of works created in the program.

• Keep record of hours worked and meet regularly with LSA staff.

• Write a program evaluation report after the program is complete.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in arts administration or related field.

• 2+ years of experience coordinating programs or managing projects.

• Demonstrated experience working with adults and/or seniors, and making accessibility accommodations.

• Demonstrated experience in updating and working within budgets, and basic financial record-keeping.

• Experience in event or exhibition planning.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Strong collaborative, interpersonal skills, communication skills and the ability to receive constructive feedback.

• Detail oriented, extremely well organized, and able to manage time in a busy environment.

• Working knowledge of anti-oppression, equity, intersectionality, and accessibility.

• Interest in and knowledge of various arts practices, particularly community arts.

• Comfortable with G-Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets), or willingness to learn.

• Good computer skills (word-processing, spreadsheets, email, file storage and organization).

• Access to a car is an asset.