MOCA (formerly known as the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art – MOCCA) has been celebrated for its incisive, artist-centric approach to programming, and hospitable visitor experience.Īt its former location on Queen West, the museum functioned as a hub for creative exchange and played a critical role in shaping the city’s contemporary art scene. In September 2018, MOCA moved into a 55,000 square foot purpose-designed home in a former industrial space at the heart of a new neighbourhood in the Lower Junction. Prepares or supervises the preparation of the annual budget.Įquipment Used/Job Location: Operates a computer and printer, calculator, fax machine, copier, and similar office equipment, as well as equipment developed or advanced from future technology as required by the job.The Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada (MOCA) is in a defining phase of its evolution, as it moves into a landmark heritage building and further advances 20 years of exhibiting, collecting and nurturing innovative contemporary art and cultural practices. Manages, secures and maintains the property and facilities of the Museum, as well as the collections held in public trust Įvaluates Museum operations, programs, and services, and assesses their effectiveness in meeting the needs of the public and

Serves as spokesperson and chief advocate for the Museum Įstablishes strong partnerships in the community Įnhances the Museum’s public image to expand interest and support ĭirects the overall development of public relations and marketing initiatives ĭevelops an effective communications plan to raise the profile of the Museum Leads and participates in all fundraising and development activities, including grant writing and developing relationships with foundations, corporations, and individual Manages and leads all staff including full-time, part-time, volunteers, and consultants Works in conjunction with the Board to develop strategic direction and establish initiatives to fulfill the mission of the Museum and increase local, statewide, national and international awareness and prominence ĭevelops Museum policies for approval by the Museum Board and formulates procedures for carrying out such policies Much of the work involves the promotion and creation of cultural activities. Supervision is exercised over subordinate professionals, technical, clerical, and volunteer staff. The incumbent directs the Museum’s operations, to include planning, organizing, development, education, public programming, finance, external communications, staffing and administration of all Museum of Contemporary Art activities. The Director is responsible for acquisition, preservation, research, interpretation and presentation of all objects.

This is highly responsible administrative work. The Director works closely with the Board of Directors to refine, develop, and implement a progressive and innovative program for the Museum’s fundraising, exhibitions, collections management, educational activities, and community outreach. The MOCA Director provides dynamic leadership in administering, directing, planning, policymaking, and staffing the organization, operations, and events of the City’s Museum of Contemporary Art.

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