Organization: Inuit Art Foundation

Position: Executive Director

As the only national organization dedicated to supporting Inuit artists working in all media and geographic areas, the Inuit Art Foundation has sought to empower and support Inuit artists’ self-expression and self determination, while increasing the public’s access to and awareness of artists’ work.

They provide emerging and established artists with the tools and programming they need to chart the course of their own careers. This includes training and mentorship opportunities, access to markets, cultivation of the next generation of Inuit arts writers and critics and help to access grant opportunities for visual and performing artists.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is a dynamic leader responsible for ensuring the organization’s consistent progress toward its mission while overseeing operational and financial objectives.

The Executive Director will shape the IAF’s strategic vision and implement annual operational plans that align with the organization’s strategic plan. As a key representative of the IAF, the Executive Director builds and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders, fosters organizational sustainability, and champions the ongoing growth of and artists.