The Azrieli Foundation is one of Canada’s largest philanthropic foundations, supporting initiatives in education, science & healthcare, research and the arts. Through strategic grants and partnerships, we strive to foster innovation, empowerment and drive positive change within these critical sectors in Canada and Israel.

The Azrieli

Music, Arts and Culture Centre (AMACC) is a catalyst, key funder and strategic partner in creating a resilient, impactful and connected arts sector, where all Canadians can experience and deepen their relationship to the arts. Over the next five years (2025-2030), AMACC’s primary goal is to foster a more accessible arts sector, where more Canadians can engage with excellent arts experiences that reflect their cultural needs and advance their quality of life and learning.

The Executive

Assistant (EA) will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operations of the AMACC by providing high-level executive and project management support to the Managing Director. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive and experienced approach to administrative support, meeting preparation, documentation, coordination of external relations, and will serve as a key liaison with the Centre’s advisory council and sector partners. The preferred candidate will be bilingual (English/French), but if you are a great fit otherwise, we’d still encourage you to apply.

Provide executive-level support to the Managing Director and other executives, operating as a trusted partner and extension of the executive office Manage highly complex calendars across MD-level leadership, applying judgment to prioritize requests, sequence meetings, and resolve conflicts Prepare executives for meetings and engagements by coordinating agendas, briefing materials, background context, and follow-ups Prepare, review, and edit executive-level correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, reports, and meeting materials Serve as a primary point of contact for executive leadership, Board members, advisory councils, and external partners Manage inbound inquiries from external stakeholders and prospective partners with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment Support relationship stewardship by maintaining contact databases, tracking engagements,



and ensuring appropriate follow-up Represent the executive office with diplomacy, clarity, and confidence in all interactions Project and Operational Support Provide high-functioning project management support for key initiatives and special projects led by the Managing Director Coordinate timelines, stakeholders, and resource tracking to ensure milestones are met on various projects and tasks as directed by the Managing Director Work with the broader AMAAC team and Grants staff of the Foundation to meet AMAAC objectives Collaborate with other Azrieli Foundation departments and administrative staff to ensure seamless internal communications and operational alignment Support thoughtful, effective and timely administration and logistics of the AMACC Advisory Council, including meeting scheduling, agenda preparation, minutes, and materials distribution 3-5 years of experience in an executive assistant, senior administrative, or project coordination role;

experience in the arts, philanthropy, or non-profit sector is an asset ~ Bilingual (English/French) is preferred, but not required ~ Strong project management skills and experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment ~ Proactive and resourceful, with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement ~ Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and familiarity with project management or CRM platforms ~ Attributes and Personal Characteristics A deep respect for and interest in the arts and culture sector Our Values – Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre The Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre (AMACC) is a program of the Azrieli Foundation and shares in the Foundation’s commitment to creating meaningful, lasting impact through philanthropic leadership. AMACC brings a distinct focus and approach informed by the unique needs, opportunities, and communities within the arts and culture sector.



We remain open to new definitions of excellence, recognizing that it will show up in different ways within a rapidly changing, increasingly inclusive, arts sector Inspired - We are motivated by our work, and the work of our grantees, to keep a creative outlook and always grow closer to our goals Innovative - We are not afraid to challenge the status quo, to fail and to learn in the pursuit of better solutions to the arts sector's challenges How We Work – Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre The Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre translates its values into action through a set of principles that guide our relationships, decisions, and investments.

Investing in Jewish arts & culture and Indigenous communities – Prioritizing support for Jewish arts & culture and Indigenous organizations and creators Building core relationships – Building connections across community, bringing sector actors together Living Our Values – The Azrieli Foundation The Azrieli Foundation’s values are the bedrock of our culture. Those who succeed at the Azrieli Foundation exemplify the core principles of: Living our values means creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to contribute. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is one way we put those values into practice.

Diversity and inclusion make our organization strong, productive and innovative.

About the Foundation: Driven by a solid belief in philanthropy’s powerful role and responsibility, the Azrieli Foundation empowers people by supporting a broad range of organizations, facilitating innovative outcomes and increasing knowledge and understanding in the search for practical and novel solutions. With a firm conviction that everyone has potential, we work to open doors, break ground and nurture networks, empowering the most vulnerable to the most exceptional to achieve their best and contribute to society. In addition to strategic philanthropic investments, the Azrieli Foundation operates several initiatives including the Azrieli Fellows Program, the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, the Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program, the Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre and others.

📌 Executive Assistant to the Managing Director, Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Centre (Toronto)
🏢 Azrieli Foundation
📍 Toronto