Director Position at the MAK Center for Art and Architecture
Fundraising and Financial Management
- Manage daily fiscal operations and programs (excluding conservation and maintenance of the Schindler House)
- Ensure audit-readiness under U.S. and Austrian laws
- Prepare and manage budgets
- Supervise bookkeeping and accounting
- Prepare monthly and annual fiscal reports
- Raise funds through grants, donations, memberships, special events, programming, etc., to support the annual budget
Residency Program Management
- Oversee use and condition of Mackey Apartments
- Manage residency contracts
- Regularly exchange with residents and review their projects
- Supervise program operations and archives
- Assist in the implementation of projects
Staff and Facilities Management
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate staff
- Ensure the House is open to the public during established hours (Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-6 pm)
- Consult with the Friends of the Schindler House on all facilities issues
- Ensure other MAK Center premises (Mackey Apartments, Garage Top, Fitzpatrick-Leland House) are open, well-maintained, and functioning properly
- Oversee all contracts
Program Management
- Draft proposals for exhibitions, lectures, events, etc., for all venues
- Implement all approved programs
- Build audience for programs through marketing and public relations
- Ensure cooperation of supporters and neighbors to successfully realize all plans
- Coordinate activities with the Board of the Friends of the Schindler House
Institutional Identity
- Participate in professional, cultural, and civic activities to advance the credibility and influence of the MAK Center for Art and Architecture
Conservation Master Plan (CMP)
- Support in the ongoing CMP process
- Cooperate with MAK / FOSH Conservation Committee and the CMP Consultants
Candidate Qualifications Potential candidates should have substantial experience in museum/non-profit leadership, including fundraising achievements and significant curatorial/programming contributions to contemporary art and architecture. Additionally, candidates should be sensitive to historic preservation issues.
Reports To:
- The Director of the MAK Vienna / Members and Board of Directors of the MAK Center for Art and Architecture, Los Angeles
Employees:
- Financial Manager
- Exhibitions and Programs Manager
- Education and Engagement Manager
- Development Officer
Job Status:
- Full-time, Exempt
Position Start Date:
- July 2024
Application Deadline:
- By May 30th, applications including a detailed resume, names of references, salary requirements, and a brief concept/vision for MAK Center’s future should be sent to Martina Kandeler-Fritsch, Deputy Artistic Director MAK Vienna, at: martina.kandeler-fritsch@MAK.at
