Manager, Arts in Public Health

Program Description:

Sing for Hope harnesses the power of the arts to create a better world. Our creative programs bring hope, healing, and connection to millions of people in hospitals, schools, care facilities, and public spaces worldwide. A non-profit organization founded in New York City in response to the events of 9/11, Sing for Hope partners with hundreds of community-based organizations, mobilizes thousands of artists in creative service, and produces artist-created Sing for Hope Pianos across the United States and around the world.

Sing for Hope’s Public Health & Wellbeing program co-creates research-based arts interventions that foster wellness and connection in partnership with hospitals, care facilities, community centers, and public spaces. Designed for systemic impact, our work supports individuals, organizations, and communities.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director of Arts in Public Health and working closely with program, communications, and operations teams, the Manager of Arts in Public Health coordinates and delivers PHWB programming across hospitals, care facilities, community centers, and public spaces. Primary activities include scheduling and site facilitation, logistics and production, data and reporting, and communications with partners and Artist Partners. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented arts professional with strong music programming experience, excellent facilitation and organizational skills, and a passion for connecting artists with communities in ways that enhance health and wellbeing. The position also requires flexibility to occasionally support creative placemaking activations in transit hubs and civic spaces.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, schedule, and manage arts-in-health programs across NYC and beyond.
• Provide site management/facilitation for hospital and community-based programming, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality delivery.
• Support program design and curation of music programming responsive to community needs.
• As needed, support creative placemaking activations in transit hubs and civic spaces.
• Ensure logistics, staffing, and technical requirements are met for each activation.
• Support data collection and program evaluation processes; familiarity with evaluation concepts (e.g., logic models) is helpful but not required.
• Maintain accurate program records and reports for funders, partners, and internal review.
• Assist with case studies, storytelling, and documentation that demonstrate program outcomes.
• Draft/edit internal and external communications (e.g., artist updates, partner notes, brief newsletters).
• Assist in capturing impact stories (photo/video/interviews/social media) in collaboration with SFH Communications, ensuring respectful and accurate representation.
• As needed, provide backup production and on-site support for Sing for Hope activations, including at Moyhihan Train Hall, assisting with setup, breakdown, and movement of program materials and equipment.

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in music programming or arts program management required.
• Proven ability to coordinate or site-manage performances/events required.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication (written and verbal) with colleagues, artists, and partners.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, healthcare partners, and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency with standard digital tools for scheduling, reporting, documentation, and communication, such as Google Workspace, Monday.com, Slack, or similar platforms.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move program materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Commitment to upholding Sing for Hope’s Safeguarding Policy, Anti-Discrimination Policy, and Ethical Storytelling Standards, including respectful image use, accurate representation, and consent-forward documentation.
• Professional or academic experience in music performance or arts in health is preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Commitment to Diversity

Sing for Hope is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives to apply.

We believe our work is strongest when it reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

To Apply:

To apply, please submit your application online at careers.singforhope.org.

Applications submitted through any other channel will not be considered.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

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