URBAN ORCHESTRA SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (TREASURER AND SECRETARY)

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URBAN ORCHESTRA SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (TREASURER AND SECRETARY)

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The Urban Orchestra is currently looking to fill 2 Board Member positions: a Treasurer and a Secretary. We are seeking passionate applicants who believe in our mission to provide a classical music experience that is both accessible and intimate. These positions are all volunteer.ABOUT THE URBAN ORCHESTRAThe mission of The Urban Orchestra is to hold live orchestral music performances in non-traditional spaces, so that our audiences experience the power of an orchestra up close – the way orchestras were meant to be heard. Our repertoire contains traditional and contemporary classical music that is exciting, entertaining, and shows off the power of the orchestra. We select young, diverse musicians as our orchestra performers. We’re also a registered charity, which allows us to issue tax receipts to our supporters.Board Member: TREASURERThe Treasurer will oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice and in accordance with the governing document and legal requirements and report to the Board of Directors at regular intervals about the financial health of the organization. A background in accounting is strongly encouraged.DUTIES:

• Prepare and oversee financial records, manage transactions such as bill payments, charitable receipts.
• Participate in year-end activities: prepare documents for year-end review, liaise with the organization’s auditor, file year-end statements with CRA.
• Issue charitable tax receipts.
• Ensure the fulfillment of donor benefits and recognition.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and monitor reports and contracts for the organization, such as insurance, grant applications, contracts for professional musicians, etc.
• Manage the organization’s Point-of-Sale system (Square).
• Manage and prioritize various financial tasks as they arise.
• Attend Board Meetings

POSITION DETAILS:Time Commitment: Attend up to six Board meetings per year (Board meetings are conducted via Zoom and/or in-person).Duties of the Treasurer can be completed on a flexible/variable basisEmployment Date: ImmediateCompensation: N/A VolunteerAdvantages: Complimentary access to our Concerts.Board Member: SECRETARYThe Secretary will be instrumental in organization and task management for the board. An ideal candidate will be extremely driven and detail-oriented to stay on top of every task thrown their way. A good understanding of the non-profit structure, as well a passion for music/arts is an asset.Duties are as follows:

• Plan/organize Board meetings, set agendas, prepare meeting materials and minutes.
• Manage and prioritize various organizational tasks as they arise.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records.

POSITION DETAILS:Time Commitment: Attend up to six Board meetings per year (Board meetings are conducted via Zoom and/or in-person). Duties of the Secretary can be completed on a flexible/variable basis.Employment Date: ImmediateCompensation: N/A VolunteerAdvantages: Complimentary access to our Concerts.

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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 01:49:22 GMT

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