Planning administration 

• Provide leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board and staff  with the development of long range and annual plans, and with the evaluation and  reporting of progress on plans.
• Oversee preparation of an Annual Report summarizing progress on short and long  range plans.
• Research and write discussion papers, analysis documents and proposals as needed  to assist the organization in determining and meeting its long and short term goals.

 HR management 

• Recruitment and contracting of company and project staff.
• Employee development and training.
• Policy development and documentation.
• Employee relations;
• Performance management and improvement systems;
• Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting;
• Company-wide committee facilitation including planning, production, staff and
• Board of Directors, including arranging meetings and agendas, attending and minuting meetings.

Project management

• Manage hire and distribution of music scores and parts, including any performing rights payments.
• Oversee the booking of tours this includes: venue liaison from negotiating the deal to distribution of audience questionnaires, programs and merchandise.
• Oversee organization of company transport, subsistence and accommodation.
• Liaise with Production Manager to oversee hire and delivery / transport of all technical and production equipment.

 Marketing and PR

• Manage advertising opportunities in other theatre program, press and at venues.
• Organize the availability of company members for media/PR events as necessary.
• Oversee content, production and distribution of all marketing and publicity materials (posters, program, flyers, mail outs, brochures etc) with director, designer and project manager.
• Manage press development;
• Co-ordinate the invitation of potential future promoters and supporters of the company.

Financial management   

• Provide recommendations regarding investments and cash strategies.
• Oversee preparation of annual budget, regular variance statements and annual audit.
• Provide vision regarding overall financial health of the company.
• Provide vision and leader ship in long - range fiscal planning to ensure the continuity  and solvency of the company.
• Provide recommendations regarding effective utilization of long and short term debt,  including refinancing and purchasing/sales.
• Oversee fundraising efforts.

 Production/QC

• Insure accurate documentation of production and quality control data and records.
• Direct and oversee site production activities and personnel.
• Oversee and ensure high safety standards at all times.
• Direct production activities to insure safety and compliance with quality control standards, regulatory compliance, and lease agreements.
• Oversee and/or ensure good housekeeping at site at all times.

 Administrative management

• Ensure client and vendor file integrity.
• Maintain general oversight and insure accuracy of records including A/R, A/P, Inventory, etc.
• Assist in development of forms and tools to increase company efficiency and risk management.

Job specification of general manager job description 

A minimum of five years of experience in business management, planning and financial oversight.

• A minimum of five years of experience in personnel management, including hiring,  supervision, evaluation and benefits administration.
• A minimum of three years of experience working with a board of directors and committees.
• College graduate or equivalent experience.
• Proven skills in business and financial management.
• Demonstrated ability to work with student member - owners.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a proactively diverse and inclusive organization.
• Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise a staff team.
• Effective problem - solving and mediation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to share skills and knowledge with others.
• Proficiency with office computer equipment and software.
• Demonstrated ability to multi - task and work in a fast - paced office setting.  
• Proven ability to cope with conflict, stress and crisis situations. 

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•        Burns & Wilcox 
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