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&nbsp;Executive DirectorCentre A: Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art205-268 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X5<a href="https://centrea.org/" target="_blank">centrea.org</a>604-683-8326&nbsp;Reports to: Board of Directors&nbsp;Type: Full-Time (30 hours/week)Compensation: $60,000 per yearBenefits: extended health benefitsTerms of Employment: PermanentLanguage of Work: English and at least one Asian language. French is an asset.Organization Overview:&nbsp;Centre A was founded in 1999 and is Canada’s only public gallery devoted to contemporary Asian and Asian diasporic art. Our mission is to uplift globalized Asian experiences through contemporary art, multi-disciplinary practices, and critical engagement and dialogue. Our values are to lead with compassion, empathy, and respect in our pursuit to uplift and represent diverse voices. We pursue our mission by producing exhibitions of contemporary Asian art, developing innovative public programs, and creating ongoing learning opportunities for artists, cultural workers and organizations.Position Summary:The Executive Director will be reporting directly to the Board of Directors and work alongside the Artistic Director who develops, implements, and manages the creative programming of the organization. They will be responsible for organizational leadership, operations, planning, human resources, financial management and community relations. The successful candidate will have experience working with arts and culture / non profit organizations, labour relations experience and have strong progressive values.&nbsp;Overview of Duties:Leadership<ul><li>Manage the overall strategic direction of Centre A’s administration and programming</li><li>Work with the Board of Directors and staff to fulfill the objectives of the Strategic Plan 2024-2027&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with key stakeholders to advance Centre A’s mission, values, and strategic&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; plan</li><li>Establish a positive, inclusive, healthy and safe work environment for staff, volunteers and board members</li></ul>Operations and Planning<ul><li>Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors including reporting, supporting its committees, and liaising between staff and external parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Identify and evaluate risks to the organization’s people, property, finances, perception and implement measures to control risks.</li><li>Coordinate maintenance and repairs of facilities, exhibitions, and other infrastructure.</li><li>Maintain administrative organizational systems, archiving, and office resources.</li><li>Responsible for reviewing, approving, and signing any notes, agreements and other instruments made and entered on behalf of Centre A.</li></ul>Human Resources<ul><li>Oversee the recruitment, selection, training and termination of staff and volunteers.</li><li>Maintain a positive, inclusive, healthy, and safe work environment for one (1) full-time staff (Artistic Director), several part-time contract staff, and student workers and volunteers.&nbsp;</li><li>In collaboration with staff, develop administrative processes and forms including human resources policies, contracts, and artist agreements.</li><li>Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery.</li><li>Work collaboratively with the Union, staff and Board to follow and implement the collective agreement.&nbsp;</li></ul>Financial Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Work with the Board to develop, implement, and oversee the operating budget, program budgets and annual audit.</li><li>Manage day-to-day financial transactions and cash flow, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, remittances, and reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit operation and project grants applications, interim reports, and final reports for public and private sources of funding.</li><li>Ensure effective and efficient financial processes and systems with input from the auditor, bookkeeper and Finance Committee.</li><li>Prepare, review and analyze monthly financial reports with the Board Treasurer.</li></ul>Revenue Generation/Fundraising<ul><li>Work with the Board and Fundraising Committee to secure funding and investigate new sources of revenue through grants, donor cultivation and sponsorship activities.</li><li>Ensure Centre A maintains strong and positive relationships with funders and sponsors.</li><li>Manage fundraising and sponsorship campaigns.</li><li>Cultivate and maintain a steady donor database.&nbsp;</li></ul>Marketing and Community Relations<ul><li>Act as a spokesperson for Centre A</li><li>Cultivate and steward relationships and partnership with members, community groups, peer organizations and stakeholders</li><li>Extend Centre A’s audience reach via strategic communications and public relations</li><li>Produce clean and professional copy, press releases, and other written materials</li><li>Oversee the development and implementation of digital and social media strategies to enhance the profile of the organization</li></ul>Role Qualifications<ul><li>Must have a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from a Canadian institution and a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts.</li><li>Entrepreneurial experience is highly encouraged, including incorporating and setting up the legal and physical structures needed to operate a small business and institution.</li><li>5-7+ years of management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience within the non-profit and cultural sector</li><li>5-7+ years of curatorial experience or equivalent combination of training and experience within the non-profit and cultural sector</li><li>Must have knowledge of print media, artists’ books, rare books, and art publications</li><li>Must have knowledge and commitment to contemporary Asian art and its concerns</li><li>Must have knowledge of academic libraries and archives</li><li>Must have experience working in progressive and grassroots cultural spaces and its intersections with equity, access, and social justice</li><li>Must have knowledge of the national and local Asian Canadian and Vancouver art scenes. An understanding of the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown is a strong asset.</li><li>Demonstrated skills in financial management and control&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated success in grant writing and knowledge of funding structures</li><li>Superior organizational and administrative skills, detail-oriented focus and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects</li><li>Proven ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, networking, public speaking skills to represent the organization</li><li>Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively at all levels of operation in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Knowledge of one or more Asian languages and French is a strong asset</li><li>Strong systems thinking and proficiency in using and leveraging software and technology to build organizational capacity and efficiency</li><li>Flexibility to work occasional weekends and evenings</li><li>A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is mandatory&nbsp;</li><li>Priority is given to candidates of Asian and Asian-identifying individuals</li></ul>Personal Skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication, including being highly adept with service calls via phone and in person, as well as through web tools, text message, email, etc.</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively.</li><li>Able to work ethically and with respect with multiple stakeholders including staff, Board members, and community members.</li><li>Working knowledge of labour relations, experienced working in a unionized environment.&nbsp;</li><li>Discretion with confidential information.</li></ul>Working Location and Conditions<ul><li>The gallery and office is located at Unit 205, 268 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1X5 in the Sun Wah Centre within the Chinatown / Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood</li><li>The gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the building with access to an elevator</li><li>There may be work hours in evenings and weekends due to board meetings and gallery events</li></ul>How to applyPlease visit the Centre A website:&nbsp;<a href="https://centrea.org/blogs/recruiting/job-listing-executive-director" target="_blank">https://centrea.org/blogs/recruiting/job-listing-executive-director</a>&nbsp;Please send materials to the hiring committee in a single PDF with your name and the position in the title, in the following order to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruiting@centrea.org" target="_blank">recruiting@centrea.org</a> : a cover letter, CV, and three reference contacts. Optionally, you may also provide a link to your website/portfolio and any other documentation of relevant projects.Interviews starting in December. Review of applications will begin on February 5, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. We thank you in advance for your interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Centre A is located in Vancouver’s Chinatown on the unceded and ancestral territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. We are committed to equity and inclusion and encourage applications from members of underrepresented and marginalized groups, including but not limited to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, and/or disability.

Vancouver International Centre for Contemporary Asian Art

Executive Director

It’s that time of year again—LunarFest is returning, and so is our School Outreach program!Storytellers and leaders, we want you!LunarFest is looking for fun and engaging leaders for our School Outreach project. From February 17 – 19, we will be bringing students (grade 4-7) to Granville Island. Students will participate in workshops that include storytelling related to the Year of the Horse and craft-making. In the spirit of our festival, we are using storytelling, arts, and culture to connect with students in a celebration of the Lunar New Year like no other.Do you have experience with public speaking? Are you interested in arts and crafts? Be a School Outreach Activity Leader for a day with LunarFest!Dates: February 17 – 19Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pmLocations: Ocean Artworks (Granville Island)Available positions:1. School Outreach Activity Leader Tasks and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Learn about LunarFest programs prior to the festival</li><li>Lead and emcee the storytelling and crafts sessions onsite</li><li>Coordinate with staff and teachers onsite according to event schedule</li><li>Able to take charge and work independently</li></ul>2. Mandarin - English Interpreter Tasks and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Learn about the workshop details prior to the festival</li><li>Communicate with the artists and staff onsite</li><li>Live interpretation between Mandarin and English for the workshop</li><li>Help set up / takedown of the workshop</li><li>Able to take charge and work independently</li></ul>Selected volunteers go through interview process.To be considered:Please apply for this position at: <a href="https://since1867.ca/school-outreach-activity-leader/" target="_blank">https://since1867.ca/school-outreach-activity-leader/</a> Please fill out our online application. All applicants must apply through our online portal to be considered.

SWACT

2026 LunarFest - School Outreach Activity Volunteer

Global Choice Canada is an international exchange program for high school students. We host students in Canada from all over the world! We need volunteers to run orientations for our students in order to help them work through challenges like culture shock, homesickness, and more. We teach intercultural learning to help foster responsible global citizens. &nbsp;

Check out our Instagram to see what we're all about!
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/globalchoicecanada/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/globalchoicecanada/</a>*Please note that the cities listed are all the cities where we host students. If you do not reside in one of these areas, you may also participate in virtual volunteering.Official Partner of AFS Canada and AFS International.

Global Choice Canada

International Exchange Program Orientation Facilitator

A new year is almost upon us!Celebrate the Lunar New Year like no other with LunarFest!An annual festival that brings together the diverse communities of Vancouver to welcome a new year, LunarFest presents a variety of activities for all ages throughout February. In 2026, under the theme Brave the Wind, we are following the horse’s fearlessness in charging forwards into a harmonious future.Join us in welcoming the Year of the Horse!Dates: between Feb 14 - 28Locations: Ocean Artworks (Granville Island), Orpheum, Performance Works (Granville Island)Available positions:<ul><li>Event Volunteer</li><li>Volunteer Photographers</li><li>Front of House</li><li>Stage Manager</li><li>Banquet Volunteer</li><li>Mandarin - English Interpreter</li></ul>Build your leadership skills, make new friends, and learn about cultural connections. Volunteer with us and have fun this LNY! &nbsp;Please submit your application through our website:<a href="https://acsea.ca/volunteer/" target="_blank">https://acsea.ca/volunteer/</a> Please fill out our online application. All applicants must apply through our online portal to be considered.

ACSEA

2026 LunarFest - Event Volunteers

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Make a positive impact that you can see with local youth who struggle with numbers! Our&nbsp;Mentoring with Math Program&nbsp;is designed to strengthen the impact of tutoring by adding in the element of mentorship. Volunteers meet once-a-week for 90 minute sessions during afternoons over a 10 week period, and work on numeracy, activities, and games. No previous experience with math is necessary for volunteers and all training is provided by Big Brothers. This program is offered virtually and in-person in Greater Vancouver. Our Math Mentors are<ul><li>Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.</li><li>Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.</li><li>Available to meet once weekly during weekday afternoons between 4:00pm and 5:30pm for 90-minutes for in-person sessions, or 60 minutes for virtual sessions.</li></ul>Our Mentoring with Math volunteers are asked to enroll in two 8-10 week terms as it's the best way to experience this fun program. Our Math Mentees are<ul><li>Children in grades 3 to 7 who demonstrate a need for assistance in math at their grade level.</li><li>From families who are not otherwise able to financially pursue academic support outside of school.</li></ul>Locations<ul><li>The virtual program is offered Monday-Thursday between 4pm to 5pm.</li><li>In-Person program is at a Surrey library on Tuesdays between 4pm to 5:30pm.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a> Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver

Mentoring with Math (Virtual or In-Person)

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our&nbsp;In-School Mentoring Program&nbsp;pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with. Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year. Deadline to apply to volunteer in this program for the 2025-26 school year is Feb 1, 2026. Our Big Buddies are<ul><li>Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.</li><li>Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.</li><li>Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).</li></ul>Our Little Buddies are<ul><li>Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.</li><li>Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a> Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

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