General Manager: Lead Growth for a Chamber Music Trust

The Big Idea; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand String Quartet Trust | Te Rōpū Tūrū o Aotearoa (NZSQ) is seeking an exceptional General Manager/Kaiwhakahaere Matua to lead the organisation through a pivotal growth phase. As NZ's longest-running professional chamber ensemble, the NZSQ is known for artistic excellence, innovative programming and engagement across Aotearoa.

You will partner with the Quartet musicians and Board of Trustees, oversee a small admin team, national touring and education programmes, and build relationships

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience within the arts, cultural, creative or not-for-profit sectors.
• Outstanding relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Success in fundraising, sponsorship, philanthropy or business development.
• Strong financial management, planning and budgeting capability.
• Experience working with boards and governance structures.
• Excellent communication, influencing and advocacy skills.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a small high-performing team.
• A collaborative and values-driven leadership approach.
• A passion for music and the arts

Responsibilities

• Lead a small and dedicated team and oversee national touring and education programmes.
• Build relationships with funders, partners and donors to secure investment.
• Ensure NZSQ continues to thrive as a vibrant and relevant force within Aotearoa's cultural landscape.
• Partner with Quartet musicians and Board of Trustees to deliver artistic and strategic objectives.

Job description

New Zealand String Quartet Trust | Te Rōpū Tūrū o Aotearoa (NZSQ) is seeking an exceptional General Manager/Kaiwhakahaere Matua to lead the organisation through a pivotal growth phase. As NZ's longest-running professional chamber ensemble, the NZSQ is known for artistic excellence, innovative programming and engagement across Aotearoa.

You will partner with the Quartet musicians and Board of Trustees, oversee a small admin team, national touring and education programmes, and build relationships