Executive Director - Chicago Dance and Music Alliance
Job Category:
AdministrativeJob Types:
PermanentEmployment Type:
Full TimeLocation:
Chicago-CityResponsibilities• Provide leadership to organization, including key roles in program and project development and implementation, and serving as spokesman for Alliance in appropriate forums. • Maintain relations with Alliance members, including correspondence and direct service provision. • Oversee Alliance website, including planning for upgrades, new features, and day-to-day content maintenance. • Act as liaison to interagency groups, and serve on advocacy or program-related committees of sister organizations or City agencies. • Write weekly electronic newsletter • Write in the Alliance’s blog • Organize annual meetings of members and constituent groups. • Plan special member programs with Board, including Brown Bag lunch series, small concerts, etc. • Financial management, including all ongoing accounting functions and reporting to Board. Invoicing members. Working with auditor to provide all necessary information for audits and required tax filings. • Provide support and materials for Board and committee meetings. • Write, submit and oversee grant requests to corporations, foundations and government agencies. • Retain and work with independent contractors when appropriate, such as web designers and special consultants. • Other duties as required.