General Manager – NZ Barok Orchestra

General Manager – NZ Barok Orchestra

Contract : Fixed-term, 12 months (1 Jan – 31 Dec 2026)

Hours : Actual $20,000 / 0.2 FTE pro-rata $104,000 per annum

Rate : $40 / hr

Location : Remote / Auckland-based (concert production)

Reports to : NZ Barok Board

Works with : Artistic Director, NZ Barok Board and players, Friends of NZ Barok Co-ordinator, Financial Assistant, Front of House team, donors, sponsors, and funding agencies

About NZ Barok

NZ Barok is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading professional baroque orchestra, bringing the vibrant music of the 17th and 18th centuries to life through inspiring and accessible performances. We collaborate with local and international artists, and community partners to make historically informed music part of today’s cultural landscape.

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly organised, creative, and motivated General Manager to lead the production, operational, marketing, and fundraising activities of NZ Barok. This part‑time leadership role is ideal for someone passionate about the arts who thrives on making things happen.

Working closely with the Artistic Director and NZ Barok Board, you’ll help shape and deliver the orchestra’s 2026 concert season and support its continued growth and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Concert Production & Leadership

• Complete all aspects of concert production from planning to performance.
• Provide creative and logistical support to the Artistic Director.
• Manage rehearsal and concert scheduling, venues, Front of House team, contractors, and risk management.
• Prepare activity budgets and monitor spending against Board‑approved budgets in consultation with the Treasurer.

Marketing & Promotion

Fundraising & Sponsorship

Administration

About You

You’re an experienced arts professional who is structured, dependable, and action oriented.

You'll bring

Attributes

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’d love to work with NZ Barok to by Friday 21st November 2025.

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