Alberta Theatre Projects welcomes applications for the position of Resource Development Manager, Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnerships; an integral part of the Resource Development Department.

Alberta Theatre Projects is one of Canada’s most prolific and successful producers of contemporary theatre. Inspired by three pillars of programming, Alberta Theatre Projects strives to Celebrate Creativity by producing a season of award-winning contemporary theatre from across Canada and around the globe for the enjoyment of Calgary audiences; to Advance Innovation while playing a national leadership role in the development of new Canadian plays and playwriting talent through the Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays; and, to Build Capacity by engaging in collaboration and mentorship, by offering new perspectives and a deeper appreciation to our existing audiences, and by inviting, encouraging and educating new audiences through the delivering of our LEGACY (Lifelong Education and Growth for Artists, Community and Youth) Program.

Alberta Theatre Projects is a registered charitable organization and as Canada’s leading producer of contemporary Canadian theatre, is financed by ticket sales and other earned income (28%), contributions from government (25%), and community support (47%) through corporate sponsorships, foundation partnerships, philanthropic gifts from corporations and individuals, and special events.

Reporting to the Resource Development Director, this position is responsible for:

• Strategy development of the Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnership campaigns
• Contract negotiation
• Sponsor and Foundation prospecting
• Stewardship of the Corporate Sponsorship and Foundation Partnership portfolio
• Chair the Sponsorship Committee
• Overall database management, records keeping, reporting and filing
• Budget management, monitoring and reconciliation
• Fiscal management, processing and receipting
• Lead sponsor stewardship events
• and supervise volunteers from time to time on Resource Development initiatives.

The successful candidate will be a creative thinker and will demonstrate strong administrative, analytical, and organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage concurrent initiatives. He/she will have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful record of working with volunteers, conducting prospect research, cultivation, and stewardship of corporate sponsors. She/he will have a warm, friendly and professional demeanor and will have a comprehension of the highly competitive fundraising environment in which our company operates.

Please ensure your letter of interest and résumé is received by Alberta Theatre Projects by email, mail or facsimile no later than Wednesday, September 1st, 2010. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ms. Daiva Jocius
Resource Development Director, Alberta Theatre Projects
220 - 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 5C4
Telephone: (403) 294-7475 ex: 1104
Facsimile: (403) 294-7493
E-mail: dljocius@ATPlive.com

For further information about Alberta Theatre Projects, please visit our website at www.ATPlive.com