Program Manager - Boston, United States - Boston Symphony Orchestra

Boston Symphony Orchestra

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Boston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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About the BSO
Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is one of the foremost orchestras in the world. The BSO is committed to bringing world class music and performances to the local and international communities. The key to our success has been our employees from the musicians onstage to those behind the scenes.

About the Role

The BSO is seeking a dedicated and innovative Program Manager for External Engagement to join our Education and External Engagement Department. This role is central to our mission of enriching lives through the power of music, with a particular focus on expanding our reach and impact within the community. Reporting to the Director of External Engagement, the Program Manager for External Engagement will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a variety of engagement programs that connect the BSO with diverse audiences, particularly focusing on educational and communitybased initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping and expanding the BSO's community engagement efforts.
Responsibilities Associated with the Role
Support and implement the creation and execution of engagement programs designed to deepen the BSO's relationship with the community. This includes program design, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders to facilitate collaborative programs and initiatives.
Oversee the planning and execution of engagement events, including logístical arrangements, participant coordination, and onsite management.
Work closely with departmental colleagues and other BSO teams to ensure alignment of engagement activities with the organization's overall strategic goals.
Develop and implement tools for evaluating the effectiveness of engagement programs and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Recruit, train, and manage volunteers or parttime staff involved in engagement programs.
Represent the BSO at community events and meetings, acting as an ambassador for the orchestra's engagement mission.
Work in a collaborative setting with a strong senior leadership team.
High degree of diplomacy and ability to deal with and influence persons in all types of positions.
Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
Work cooperatively and effectively to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that minimize risk and enhance organizational effectiveness.
Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.

Required Education and Experience

Experience and CredentialsBachelor's degree in arts administration, Music Education, Community Development, or related field. years of experience in program management, preferably within arts, cultural, or nonprofit organizations.
Strong project management skills, with a proven record of successfully developing and executing programs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including community partners, educators, and artists.
Familiarity with the Boston community and its cultural and educational institutions is highly desirable.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for program events and activities.
Passion for the arts and a commitment to the BSO's mission of fostering music education and community engagement.

Skills and Competencies- Demonstrate commitment to organizational diversity and inclusion strategic direction. Interpersonal/influencing/negotiating skills. Proven ability to effectively manage time and prioritize appropriately. Independent, self-managed, and self-starter personality, but also self-awareness, exposure to the lived experiences of others, and connections to people.- The BSO is an equal opportunity employer deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)._ _As such, the BSO does not discriminate _on the basis of_ race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran _status_ or any other basis protected by applicable federal, _state_ or local law, as well as our own institutional EDI values._