Satellite Théâtre is a creative and touring company that produces works with complete freedom of form and aesthetic. As a French-speaking organization that rejects identity-based isolationism, we seek to engage audiences from all walks of life with performances that bring people together, challenge them, provoke them, and comfort them. Working in a spirit of collaboration and inclusion, the company places artistic research and community engagement at the heart of its mission.

Currently in a phase of consolidation and development, the company is looking to welcome a Co-Executive & Administrative Director who will contribute to its influence, stability, and evolution.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Board of Directors and in Co-Executive Direction with the Artistic Director, the person in the position of Co-Executive & Administrative Director will be responsible for stabilizing, structuring, and supporting the growth of Satellite Théâtre, while ensuring sound governance and the financial, administrative, and organizational development of the entire company.

The incumbent will also play a key role in supporting the artistic mission and amplifying the community engagement of Satellite Théâtre, an important player in the cultural and social vitality of Moncton and the Francophone minority community in New Brunswick.

TASKS SUMMARY

Executive Direction Role & Responsibilities

• Fully understand and endorse the company's mission (DNA) and strategic plan in order to foster close collaboration with the artistic director.

• Actively participate in organizational life, collective discussions, and strategic decisions.

• Ensure consistency between artistic values and organizational management. Organizational values highlighted during the last strategic planning session: boldness, kindness, a sense of encounter, integrity, humility.

• Manage human resources in collaboration with the artistic director: recruitment, supervision, internal policies, work environment.

• Develop and maintain key partnerships (institutional, community, private).

• Maintain strong relationships with public and private funders.

• Represent the company at various professional networks, forums, and events.

• Support relations with the board of directors: planning meetings, preparing documents, following up on decisions.

• Ensure compliance with the laws to which Satellite Théâtre is subject.

Administrative Direction Role & Responsibilities

• Develop annual budgets in collaboration with the Artistic Director. Ensure follow-up and accounting.

• Ensure administrative and accounting management (review of tools, structuring of processes, payroll and banking activities).

• Draft and coordinate grant applications, reports, and financial statements in collaboration with the artistic director.

• Manage contracts, agreements, and administrative relations with artists and collaborators, as well as purchasing agreements with suppliers.

• Participate in the search for diversified funding (sponsorships, donations, philanthropy) and actively support the structuring of the ongoing private fundraising campaign.

• Support the team in production logistics, distribution, and work organization.

• Support the development of internal policies and governance practices.

• Represent the company to organizations and unions with which it does business or of which it is a member: Association des compagnies de théâtre (ACT), Union des artistes (UDA),

Note: The responsibilities described above are provided for informational purposes only. In keeping with the collaborative and evolving spirit that guides theatrical creation, other related tasks may be added depending on the needs of the project, the pace of the company's activities, and the strengths of the person in the position. The role may evolve depending on the context, artistic seasons, and team dynamics.

DESIRED PROFILE

Education and experience

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (administration, project management, or related discipline)

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in coordination or management, ideally in the arts, culture, or non-profit community sector

• Experience in consolidating growing organizations

• Proficiency in budget and financial management.

• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams.

Key skills

• Autonomy, versatility, initiative, and motivation

• Excellent organizational and priority management skills

• Motivational leadership, listening skills, and ability to delegate

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

• Ability to develop and maintain lasting partnerships

Knowledge and expertise

• Experience in administrative and financial management of a cultural non-profit organization.

• Knowledge of the arts, culture, and community sectors, ideally in New Brunswick and/or French-speaking Canada.

• Proven experience in writing major grant applications.

• Human resources management (hiring, contracts, HR policies).

• Knowledge of accounting and tax obligations inherent to a non-profit arts organization.

Assets

• Experience or keen interest in private/philanthropic funding (significant asset).

• Knowledge of Google Drive is an asset Knowledge of Quickbooks accounting software and Wagepoint accounting software.

• Experience working in a minority or multilingual context.

• Experience in community development, institutional partnerships, and community mobilization.

• Own a car and have a valid driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• A respectful, dynamic work environment deeply rooted in its community.

• A clear co-management model where everyone can fully exercise their strengths: artistic/administrative.

• A key position in a growing company with national reach.

• One-year contract (renewable).

• Salary of $55,000 to $65,000 depending on experience, for approximately 35 hours of work per week.

• The company works normal business hours from Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., except during production or special events.

• Six weeks of annual vacation, including two during the holiday season.

• Access to individual and family benefits (currently being implemented).

• Hybrid work arrangements possible in the medium term (regular presence in Moncton required).

• The organization values diversity of experience and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

TO APPLY

If you wish to apply, please send your resume and a cover letter (maximum 450 words) by email to presidence@satellitetheatre.ca before September 19, 2025.

The desired start date is October 2025.

About Satellite Théâtre

Located in the heart of the magnificent Bay of Fundy, in the city of Moncton on Canada's Atlantic coast, Satellite Théâtre has been carrying out local, national, and international projects since 2009, notably in collaboration and co-production with organizations in Japan, France, Mexico, Chad, and England.

With its heart on its sleeve, Satellite Théâtre also uses all kinds of means to bring together diverse linguistic and cultural communities, both on stage and in the audience, so that local theater is a true reflection of its democracy. Acadian and English-speaking artists, immigrants, and Indigenous people: so many hearts beating on stage and in the stands.

The company, its artists, and its plays have been nominated for thirteen Éloizes awards, winning six.