Executive Director, CYC

The Executive Director (ED) of the Cincinnati Youth Choir (CYC) is a visionary and strategic leader responsible for overseeing the organization's financial sustainability, operational excellence, community engagement, and mission alignment. The ED works in close collaboration with the Board of Directors, Managing Director, and program staff to ensure CYC’s long-term growth, artistic excellence, and community impact. This individual will be a key ambassador for the organization and drive its continued development through strong fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

For more information, visit www.cincinnatichoir.org/join-the-team 

Key Responsibilities:

• Proven leadership experience in nonprofit management, arts administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, financial management, and donor relations.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit governance and board development.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead diverse teams with empathy, accountability, and collaboration
• Passion for music education, youth development, and community arts programming

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with grant writing and foundation relations.
• Familiarity with accounting software, Google Workplace, choir management systems, and nonprofit financial reporting
• Understanding of the Cincinnati arts and cultural landscape is a plus
• Degree in Arts Administration preferred, or an equivalent combination of lived, learned, and professional experience.

CYC’s Commitment to Inclusion:

The Cincinnati Youth Choir is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all contractors, board members, families, and young singers. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our passion for youth music education and community enrichment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and two references to apply@cincinnatichoir.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please consider the following questions as you create your cover letter/application:

• Why are you interested in this position at this point in your career? What interests you most about CYC’s programs and trajectory?
• Please briefly describe your experience leading a professional nonprofit organization and team.
• Please briefly describe how you have leveraged technology, digital tools, or AI to enhance marketing and fundraising efforts and/or increase overall organizational efficiency.
• Please describe your approach to management. How would those who work for you describe you as a leader? How have you partnered with artistic directors or programming leaders in past positions?