General Manager – Nottingham Youth Orchestra

ARTISTIC PLANNING
– Lead the artistic direction of NYO in consultation with Conductors, Administrators & NYO Board
– Nurture a culture of excellence: ensure the quality of music making is inspirational for NYO members, staff & audiences.
– Inspire & excite students in their music making; acknowledge their achievements
– Build a sense of NYO community across the classical & jazz orchestras
STRATEGY & PLANNING
– Develop a vision for the future of NYO
– Promote NYO’s achievements to a wider audience e.g. educational sector, local community, potential business & individual sponsors
– Ensure the Tour Manager has all in hand for the summer tour
FUNDRAISING
– Work with the Board/freelance bid writers to develop a fundraising strategy for NYO and identify new funding sources
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
– Ensure staff contracts are up-to-date & signed on an annual basis
– Visit evening rehearsals regularly: liaise with the Rehearsal Supervisor about any issues
– Keep an overview of tutor attendance & the use of tutor deps.
– Act as line manager to the Administrator, Events Administrator, Rehearsal Supervisor, Tour Manager & Tutors
– Act as chair at tutor or parent helper meetings. Help draw up meeting agendas
MARKETING & STUDENT RECRUITMENT
– Ensure NYO’s public image is consistent & reflects the work of the organisation
– Develop & implement a new marketing plan for NYO
– Ensure all ensembles are equally promoted
STUDENT MANAGEMENT
– Maintain an overview of the promotion process between orchestras
– Liaise with the Administrator in handling parents’ feedback.
– Oversee student bursaries
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
– Manage NYO’s budget alongside Admin & Treasurer
– Approve payments set up by the Treasurer
GOVERNANCE
– Oversee & update NYO policy documents on Child Safeguarding, Health & Welfare, GDPR, Equal Opportunities, Student Behaviour, & Parent Helper Guidelines
– Set quarterly Board meeting dates & attend to report to Trustees
– Keep the Chair informed of any urgent issues