Reporting to the Director of Programs (or designate), the Program Consultant is responsible for developing strategies, policies, programs, services, partnerships, and relationships specific to individual artists, organizations, and communities. The Consultant collaborates in the development, implementation and dissemination of other SK Arts funding programs and special initiatives and works with a variety of partners including professional artists working independently or collaboratively; arts organizations, schools and communities engaging in arts activities in partnership with Saskatchewan artists and others who are seeking to benefit from involvement in the arts.

The Consultant will respond to program enquiries, consult with potential program applicants, furnish advice about challenges that may be encountered during funded projects, and provide information regarding reporting requirements. They will administer the process for reviewing grant applications in assigned programs and engage, as required, with external program partners and is responsible for decisions that require professionalism, independent judgement and proactive approaches to problem solving.

The selected candidate will work collaboratively with the full program team, and their specific skills in the arts (artistic discipline, interests, and/or experiences) will be chosen to complement those of current team members. At this time, SK Arts’ program team would be best complemented by an individual with experience in some or all the following areas:

• An individual practice in literary arts particularly in writing and/or publishing;
• Experience developing and managing community-engaged arts activities inside and/or outside of the traditional school system;
• Strong experience in the leadership and/or management of professional arts organizations derived from having served in role(s) similar to that of Executive Director or General Manager; and/or
• Experience with the artistic practices of Indigenous peoples in Saskatchewan.

Work is undertaken both in an office and in the field, and in a unionized environment. Travel is required. The Consultant manages their portfolio and time within a monthly allocation of hours.

Employment Type: Term (as soon as available after August 12, 2024 to August 15, 2025) Full time, In-Scope, Field
Salary Range: $5,746.73 monthly (Pay Band 9, SK Arts/SGEU Collective Agreement, 2016 to 2022)
Employment Location: Saskatoon (although a Regina placement may be considered for the right candidate)
Start Date: August 12 or based on candidate availability
Application deadline: Friday, August 2, 2024, at 4:30 pm. (Saskatchewan time zone)

*Applications must include a current resumé and cover letter. The cover letter must include details that demonstrate how you have achieved the required knowledge, skills and experience.

E-mail applications to: careers@sk-arts.ca

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must submit a favourable Criminal Record Check.

SK Arts strives to be a workplace of choice that recognizes and empowers its people, promotes continuous learning, and provides value for the public. SK Arts is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages applications from all qualified people, including Indigenous and Métis peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and new Canadians, LGBTQ2S+ peoples, and people who identify from other marginalized communities. We are also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in all environments, services, and programs. To request an accommodation before entering the interview phase, contact Chip McDaniel at cmcdaniel@sk-arts.ca or 306-550-6348.

While we appreciate and thank you for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

A full description of the position is available on the SK Arts Website.