Website Folklorama Folklorama
Deadline: April 15, 2025
Renowned for its annual flagship festival, Folklorama is the cornerstone of ethno-cultural arts in Manitoba. Beyond the two (2)-week festival every August, Folklorama keeps culture thriving in the community on a year-round basis through its Ethno-Cultural Arts (ECA) division. This division focuses on programming, education, and entertainment featuring a variety of ethno-cultural artists in the community, both affiliated to Pavilions and those who are independent. As the demand for programming increases, Folklorama is seeking a community-minded, goal-driven individual to join the team in the new role of Manager, Ethno-Cultural Arts.
Reporting to and working collaboratively with the Director, Ethno-Cultural Arts, the Manager will support the development, coordination, and management of all Folklorama Ethno-Cultural Arts Programs and Special Events, with a focus on proactively seeking revenue growth opportunities and nurturing client and member relationships. The Manager, Ethno-Cultural Arts works closely with the Coordinator, Ethno-Cultural Arts to ensure administrative functions and logistics are completed as required, providing exceptional customer service to a variety of Folklorama stakeholders.
A full job description is available here: https://folklorama.ca/about-us/careers/
Terms of Employment & Location:
One (1) position is available, with start date to be discussed during interview process. Evening, weekend, and out-of-town work will be required from time to time. Otherwise, schedule is generally 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with the main work location being the Folklorama Head Offices at 2nd Floor, 183 Kennedy Street.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Annual Salary: $55,000
- Comprehensive group health care package
- Hybrid work environment September through March
- Employee Wellness Days
- #CelebrateEverything additional days off if applicable to your religion and/or culture
- Collaborative and employee-centric work environment
Education and Experience:
Applicants should have post-secondary education in sales, management or hospitality or a combination of education/experience and at least three (3) years in a similar environment. Meeting Planners Institute designation is an asset.
Additional Requirements:
Due to the needs of the position throughout the year, candidates are required to have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle. A clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) is required at time of hiring.
If you are interested in joining the Folklorama team staff and have the experience, education, qualities, and passion to work for one of Winnipeg’s premier arts and cultural organizations, please forward a cover letter clearly outlining how your experience meets the requirements of this role, your resume, and three (3) references by Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 5:00pm to:
Christian Hidalgo-Mazzei (he | him)
Director, Ethno-Cultural Arts
Folklorama
Thank you to all applicants for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted after the posting has closed.
Folklorama is committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in the workplace. We strive to have a team that reflects our mission and mandate, and encourage diverse abilities, cultures, identities, languages, and perspectives. Folklorama encourages candidates to speak to this in their application. Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the competition process on a confidential basis.