General Manager

Miami Children's Chorus; Coral Gables, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children’s Chorus is seeking a General Manager to partner with the Artistic Director, ensuring the organization’s health, sustainability, and growth. You will oversee operations, development, and finance, while guiding marketing, planning, and program delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of leadership in arts or nonprofit settings, strong fundraising experience, and a passion for inclusive, youth-centered programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in arts admin or nonprofit management.
• Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in arts or nonprofit.
• Fundraising, development, and financial management experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience leading teams with in-person and remote staff.
• Commitment to inclusive community building practices.
• Familiarity with choral or youth arts environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Artistic Director to design and implement a strategic plan.
• Oversee operations, development, finance, marketing, and planning.
• Lead staff meetings, performance evaluations, and growth initiatives.
• Oversee production planning for concerts and events; schedule rehearsals and performances.
• Design and implement a fundraising plan and donor relations.
• Manage the annual budget and financial reporting; ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Nonprofit management

Communication

Remote team leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in arts administration

Job description

Full-Time | 30-40 hours/week
Location | Hybrid: On-site in Coral Gables, events throughout Miami, and remote administrative work
Salary | $60,000–$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Miami Children’s Chorus does not currently offer employee benefits.

About Miami Children’s Chorus:

At Miami Children’s Chorus, we believe in the power of young people raising their voices together. Our work lives at the intersection of artistry and belonging: building something artistically beautiful while also building a strong sense of community, confidence, and connection.

This is a place where excellence and joy sit side by side. Where we take the work seriously, but not ourselves too seriously. Something strong and meaningful lives here, and we are looking for someone who can help tend it and carry it forward.

We are looking for a General Manager who wants to build something meaningful alongside us; someone who can hold both the big picture and the day-to-day, and who cares deeply about co-creating and holding the space for young people to thrive.

Position Overview:

The General Manager serves as a key organizational leader, working in close partnership with the Artistic Director to ensure the overall health, sustainability, and growth of Miami Children’s Chorus.

This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on management across operations, development, finance, marketing, and organizational planning. The General Manager will work closely with the Director of Operations to ensure strong internal systems, clear communication, and the smooth execution of all organizational activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Organizational Leadership & Strategy

• Partner closely with the Artistic Director to design and implement a strategic plan that supports both short- and long-term goals
• Translate vision into actionable systems, timelines, and organizational priorities
• Spearhead new initiatives and special projects that advance MCC’s mission
• Oversee the successful day-to-day operation of the organization
• Supervise and support admin staff
• Foster a collaborative, communicative, and supportive team culture
• Schedule and co-lead staff meetings and performance evaluations

Production & Program Oversight

• Oversee production planning for concerts and events
• Support season planning in collaboration with artistic staff
• Oversee chorister registration, enrollment, and recruitment strategy
• Support scheduling (rehearsals, performances) in collaboration with the Artistic Director and Director of Operations
• Ensure strong systems are in place for volunteers (parents and community members)

Development & Fundraising

• Design and implement a comprehensive fundraising and development plan
• Grant writing and research
• Donor cultivation, stewardship, and relationship management
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, funders, and community stakeholders

Finance & Administration

• Develop and manage the annual organizational budget
• Oversee accounting processes and financial reporting
• Oversee timely completion of IRS Form 990 and 1099 filings
• Maintain and update policies and procedures (operations manual, financial systems, employee handbook, etc.)

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and implement a cohesive marketing and communications strategy
• Oversee organizational branding; concert/event promotion; public relations / media messaging
• Ensure consistent, clear communication across all platforms

Board Relations

• Serve as a primary liaison to the Board
• Support the Board Chair and Treasurer as needed
• Provide regular updates, reports, and strategic insight
• Partner with the Board on long-term planning and sustainability

Community & External Relations

• Support partnerships, collaborations, and performance opportunities
• Maintain MCC’s presence in national organizations (e.g., Chorus America, ACDA)

Build and maintain relationships with:

• Local music educators and schools
• Community leaders and partner organizations
• Media and arts networks

Personal Attributes

• A warm, relational leader who values collaboration and communication
• Proactive, self-directed, and highly organized
• A systems thinker who enjoys building and refining infrastructure
• A joyful, grounded presence with a sense of humor and play
• A heart‑led leader committed to excellence, creativity, and young people

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in arts administration, nonprofit management, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in an arts and/or nonprofit organization
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, development, and/or financial management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience leading teams with both in-person and remote staff
• Commitment to accessible, inclusive community building practices
• Familiarity with (or enthusiasm for) choral or youth arts environments

Compensation & Schedule

• Full-time, approximately 40 hours/week
• Salary: $60,000–$65,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Flexible schedule with some evening/weekend commitments aligned with performances and events

Resume and cover letter required to apply.