Executive Director

Now in its 33rd season, the Congressional Chorus is a 501 (c)(3) family of SATB choruses, composed of members from diverse professions, committed to engaging our audiences through innovative programming. Founded in 1987 by Senate staffers interested in sharing a common goal of making music together and promoting American music, the Chorus performs a variety of American choral music, with an emphasis on artistic collaborations and choral music by emerging composers. 

The Congressional Chorus seeks a part-time Executive Director responsible for program management, development and communications, financial management, and operations. Working in collaboration with the Artistic Director and reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will further the Chorus mission of promoting and performing American music.

Responsibilities 

Program Management

●   Works alongside the Artistic Director to deliver a dynamic and engaging experience for Chorus members, audience members, our collaborative partners, our donors, and the public.

●   Ensures smooth programming across each concert’s lifecycle (sheet music ordering & distribution; ticket sales; rehearsal space and performance venue; coordinate day-of-concert logistics and equipment).

●   Actively engages volunteers across the organization to ensure work is executed effectively and on time.

 Development and Communications

●   Builds annual development plan to guide fundraising & donor engagement strategy.

●   Writes grant proposals to support program operations and aspirations to expand our portfolio of grantors and maintain existing relationships.

●   Tracks and reports grant activities to the Chorus, Board and to grantors.

●   Maintains all aspects of communications, from web presence to community partnerships.

Financial Management

●   Prepares monthly financial reports for the Board.

●   Assists the Board of Directors in preparation of annual budget.

●   Maintains financial reports, various licenses, subscriptions.

●   Manages online payments for ticket sales and donations.

Operations

●   Supports Board meetings (agenda development, minutes, preparation and distribution of board materials).

●   Maintains member database and internal content (calendar, notices, files).

●   Reads, responds to, and files incoming email communications.