Danse contre la violence works for the well-being of women and their children who are victims of various types of violence. Through movement workshops in shelters and women’s centers, DCV helps them reclaim their bodies, regain confidence and break isolation, while fostering family ties where necessary.
In collaboration with Montréal Danse’s administrative and development department, and in direct contact with the dancer-facilitators and the shelters, the Coordinator of Danse contre la violence will be responsible for multiple files related to workshop coordination, development and fundraising.
Job description
Logistics/administration
- Liaison and communication with partner organizations (shelters and women’s centers) and dancer-facilitators;
- Production and maintenance of workshop calendar;
- Invoice follow-up;
- Budget follow-up.
Development
- Collaborate with the artistic director to define and develop the long-term vision of the project;
- Work withdancer-facilitators to develop new workshops;
- Organize refresher training for dancer-facilitators;
- Maintain, cultivate and strengthen existing relationships with current partners (shelters, community centers, local organizations, etc.).
- Develop new partnerships, including :
- Other community or cultural organizations;
- Academic institutions (CEGEPs, universities, research centers);
- Actors in the arts and health sectors.
- Work in collaboration with Montréal Danse’s communications coordinator to increase the visibility of the organization and its activities through a greater presence in relevant networks.
Fundraising
- Philanthropicfundraisingand fundraising campaigns;
- Grant research and writing.
- Start date: end of September
Desired qualities
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Perfect command of spoken and written French, very good knowledge of English;
- Excellent writing skills in French;
- Ability to work with a small team;
- Autonomy, strong sense of organization, initiative and versatility;
- Good listening skills and sensitivity.
Assets
- Experience/knowledge of contemporary dance;
- A minimum of two years’ experience in helping relationships and/or in helping women and/or people in vulnerable situations.
Type of employment
- Start date: September 22 at the earliest October 13 at the latest .
- Permanent position. Part-time: 20h/week
- Office in downtown Montreal
- Salary between $22.50 and $25 per hour + benefits
How to apply:
Send your letter and CV to Juliette Bertoldo: dcv@montrealdanse.com
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.