Sadly, Melissa Goodchild needs to step away from administering the ACNMP to focus on other commitments. Happily this means that the role is open for you! If you or someone you know is enthusiastic about music and music education, is organized, and is looking for a commitment of a few hours a week we want to hear from you. Please see the details below.

Alliance for Canadian New Music Projects (ACNMP)

Office Administrator

Organization

Alliance for Canadian New Music Projects 

Location

Remote with a preference to the Greater Toronto Area

Deadline:

May 25, 2025

About ACNMP

The Alliance for Canadian New Music Projects recognizes the land on which we live, work, and play is Indigenous land and territories. The ACNMP spans many ancestral lands including some treaties, territories, and unceded lands. We acknowledge our traditional hosts and honour their welcome and graciousness to those who seek knowledge.

The Alliance for Canadian New Music Projects (ACNMP) is an organization dedicated to the promotion of Canadian contemporary music. Throughout our history, it has been our mission to encourage teachers to teach Canadian contemporary music, to motivate students to study and perform this music, and to encourage Canadian composers to write music for students of all levels from the most junior to the paraprofessional.

Our Mission
To promote, and preserve Canadian contemporary music as a cornerstone of our national heritage by fostering its performance among students, teachers, and performers through education, festivals, and workshops.

Website

acnmp.ca

Job Description

ACNMP is seeking a part time Office Manager to coordinate all activities of the board, Contemporary Showcase Centres, and external partners. This is an administrative position that requires a high level of organization and time management as well as clear and effective communication both written and verbal. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate all communication between 12 Contemporary Showcase Centres across Canada and support the digital file maintenance and gathering of statistics
• Support Contemporary Showcase Centres with various challenges including venue and funding support
• Maintain documentation and files including syllabus information, contact information, budget, scholarship submissions, meeting minutes and agendas
• Liaise between board members, contractors, adjudicators, students and parents
• Report quarterly to the Board of Directors and coordinate board meetings and Annual General Meetings
• Promote and publicize activities and values of ACNMP through website, social media, and newsletters
• Collaborate with and follow through on initiatives on behalf of ACNMP President and other board members
• Support board members with digital documentation and file management
• Write and compile documents for grant applications, funding proposals, and final reports
• Organize and facilitate workshops as funding allows
• Collaborate with community partners 
• Update and maintain the ACNMP website
• Hire and liaise with adjudicators including contract negotiations
• Communicate with donors

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year administrative experience
• Strong skills with Google Drive and Word
• Strong English language skills both written and spoken, French language skills would be a strong asset
• Excellent communication through email, newsletter, and note taking skills
• Experience in music and Canadian contemporary music specifically
• Experience in music education would be an asset

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter or any questions you may have to the current Office Manager, Melissa Goodchild at info@acnmp.ca, subject line: Office Manager Position. 

Thank you for your interest in applying and all applicants will receive notification upon receipt of their application.

Remuneration

This is a contract position part time position with remuneration commensurate with experience.