CFTA is a local, non-profit, independent community-focused radio station serving the Cumberland Westmorland area from beautiful downtown Amherst, Nova Scotia. We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual to join our team. Our Director/Station Manager coordinates with staff on administrative, operational, financial, and regulatory management of the station while serving as the primary liaison with community partners, industry organizations, and government agencies.

This position ensures the station remains compliant with all applicable regulations and supports the organization’s mission and strategic goals. This position is an opportunity to lead a small but strong team in keeping the Cumberland Westmorland community connected, informed and entertained.

Position responsibilities include:

- Manage CFTA staff, providing leadership and support.
- Maintain positive working relationships with our town, county and regional municipalities and other community partners for the benefit of community health, safety, and education.
- Work with our Board and Staff to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).
- Perform administrative duties including payroll (Sage), invoicing and billing, budget development and oversight.
- Assist with grant writing, reporting and compliance.
- Support our non-profit Board of Directors and serve as a non-voting member.

We are looking for someone who values:

- Collaboration and teamwork – Excellent communication and organizational skills, able to manage critical deadlines. Consistently looking for ways to innovate,



to stay current, improve efficiency, and promote community wide inclusiveness.
- Working to build community – Familiar with nonprofit management and interested in community conversations with multiple viewpoints and values local news reporting.
- Flexibility – Ability to work in an evolving environment where it is necessary to prioritize multiple, competing tasks. Willingness to share in the work of all aspects of broadcast operations, fundraising and community connections as appropriate.

Experience in community radio is not essential but managerial experience, familiarity with nonprofit management, arts funding, and a demonstration of community involvement will be considered important assets. CFTA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a working environment that promotes equity and inclusiveness. We believe attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.This is a salaried position. The ideal candidate will help us to diversify our income through grant writing, donations, fundraising, and advertising that would allow an increase in salary as our capacity is increased. Interested applicants can send your resume to [email protected] before 5pm, November 27th. Only those applicants selected for consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25.0 per week

Advantages

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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