this posting will be open until October 31, 2025

Approximately 12.5 hours per week

Wage: The hourly wage will be discussed upon hiring and will be commensurate with experience

Role Details

• 12-month part-time contract position offering approximately 12.5 hours per week with potential for extension after completion of 12 months
• This position reports to and works closely with the Executive Director
• This position also works closely with the Board of Directors, Artistic Director and volunteer Fundraising Committee
• Primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings and events (approx 2-4 per month)

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and execution of a grant strategy that leverages personal and community networks to generate funding in line with organizational goals
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Fundraising Committee; provide monthly reports from the Committee to the Executive Director and Board of Directors, including any items for approval such as Fundraising Plan and Committee budget
• Assist the Board of Directors in the identification of Fundraising Committee membership and assist the Committee chair and co-chair in new Committee member on-boarding
• In consultation with the Fundraising Committee and Executive Director, develop and implement strategies to increase public awareness of the organization, choir member recruitment, ticket sales, and community engagement projects
• Oversee performance activities including ticket sales, negotiation of performance specifics, rental and collaboration agreements, and front-of-house operations including merchandise sales, and volunteers
• Provide hands-on support at performances, fundraising and other special events, as needed
• When requested, attend Board of Directors meetings and provide updates on fundraising activities, marketing and promotions, performance activities, sponsorships and grants

Qualifications for this position include:

• A full understanding of what Momentum is and why it is so important
• Dedicated and enthusiastic interpersonal skills
• Well-developed relationship-building experience, empathy, and ability to deal with sensitive information with staff, volunteers, community partners, and business leaders
• Proven leadership and management skills to coach, mentor and inspire staff and volunteers to achieve organizational goals
• Demonstrated experience in stewarding and securing major and planned gifts and grants
• Strong organizational and communications skills, including delivering presentations to audiences of various sizes
• High level of personal initiative and ability to work independently
• Ability to work flexible work hours based on special events, meetings, etc. that may fall outside of traditional work hours (evenings, weekends)
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience working in a non-profit leadership position including experience working closely with a Board of Directors

About Momentum Choir

Momentum Choir is a registered, Canadian not-for-profit organization that serves over 100 choir members, their families and caregivers in the Niagara Region and the City of Hamilton in the province of Ontario. Momentum Choir is a unique professional ensemble, exclusively consisting of adult artists living with a physical, emotional or intellectual disability.

Founded in 2007, Momentum Choir was born out of musical therapist Mendelt Hoekstra’s desire to enrich the lives of those living with disabilities through music and community involvement. The organization’s programs focus on nurturing musical talents, fostering inclusivity, and breaking down societal stigmas. Through professional training, dedication and teamwork, choir members discover a sense of accomplishment, pride, and self-worth. Momentum Choir nurtures and promotes the talents of these unique artists by providing an opportunity to follow Momentum Choir’s motto; belong. believe. inspire.

How to Apply

Please email your cover letter and resume using the subject line:<Your Name> : Application for Managing Director to Mendelt Hoekstra, Executive Director at mendelt@momentumchoir.ca by October 31st, 2025. Applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted directly.

Momentum Choir is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment. As such, we will make accommodations available to applicants upon their request.

Momentum Choir is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all contracted staff and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on organizational needs and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code.