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Bard Early Colleges lists this Managing Director for the US-China Music Institute opportunity in city of hudson, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Managing Director for the US-China Music Institute
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The Bard College Conservatory of Music seeks a Managing Director for the US-China Music Institute (USCMI). Working closely with the USCMI Director and Conservatory leadership, the Managing Director provides administrative, operational, and financial oversight for all USCMI activities, supporting its academic programs, performances, festivals, conferences, and institutional partnerships.
The position requires strong organizational, financial, and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex projects within a higher education and performing arts environment.
About the US-China Music Institute
The US-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music is the only degree‑granting institution devoted to Chinese music in a Western conservatory, and is a leading center for the study and performance of traditional and contemporary Chinese music. In partnership with the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, USCMI has established the following unique and ground‑breaking programs since its founding in 2017:
Two degree programs at Bard – an undergraduate double‑degree in Chinese instrument performance and liberal arts, and a Master of Arts in Chinese music and culture
Three major annual public events in New York City and at Bard College – the China Now Music Festival, the Chinese New Year Concert, and an academic conference on Chinese music in the West
Two active performance ensembles – the Bard Chinese Ensemble and the Bard East/West Ensemble
The mission of the US-China Music Institute is to promote the study, performance, and appreciation of music from contemporary China, and to support musical exchange between the United States and China.
About Bard
Bard College’s main campus is in Annandale‑on‑Hudson, N.Y., with 1,900 undergraduate students; the College also includes multiple graduate programs. The 1,000‑acre campus sits along the Hudson River and offers the Fisher Performing Arts Center, the Hessel Museum of Art, and is the home of the Bard Prison Initiative, the largest college‑degree‑granting prison education program in the U.S. The Bard Network also includes several Bard High School Early Colleges across the country as well as international campuses and partnerships. Bard College is a private institution working in the public interest.
Programs Overseen
Undergraduate double‑degree program in Chinese instrument performance
Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture
China Now Music Festival
Chinese New Year concert
Annual conference on Chinese music in the West
Bard East/West Ensemble performances in the US and China
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Administration and Operations Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the US‑China Music Institute
Hire, supervise, and support Institute staff
Manage adjunct teaching appointments
Coordinate Institute activities with Conservatory and College administration
Ensure compliance with institutional policies
Financial Management Manage Institute finances in coordination with Conservatory budget manager and Bard College finance office
Prepare and monitor annual budgets and financial reports
Process and track payment requests and expenditures
Academic Program Administration Support administration of academic programs, including curriculum planning, scheduling, faculty/staff appointments, and recruitment planning
Coordinate with Conservatory Admissions, Dean of Graduate Studies, Registrar, academic advisors, and faculty
Development and Strategic Planning Support donor relations and fundraising initiatives
Conduct grant research and prepare applications in collaboration with Bard’s Office of Institutional Support
Manage grant reporting and post‑award administration
Support development of new artistic and academic programs
Communications and External Relations Serve as a primary administrative liaison with USCMI and Conservatory faculty, staff, and administration
Work with Bard College offices including Finance, Publications, Development, Public Relations
Coordinate with external partner institutions, including China Institute in NYC and the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing
Engage performance venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and Bard’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts
Event Planning and Administration Oversee logistical and administrative aspects of public events, including public relations and marketing, in coordination with partners and venues
Prepare and manage contracts for venues, artists, scholars, and participants for Institute programs, including the China Now Music Festival, Chinese New Year concert, and the annual conference
Oversee preparation of event programs and publications
Manage USCMI website content development and event listings
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
Administrative experience in higher education, arts administration, or nonprofit cultural organizations
Demonstrated experience with budgeting and financial management
Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a conservatory or performing arts environment
Grant writing or fundraising experience
Familiarity with Chinese music or international cultural programming
Chinese language ability a plus, but not required
To Apply
Please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Interfolio by following this link:
Application review will begin on August 1, 2026 and the position will remain open until it has been filled.
Compensation
$70,000 annually
Benefits Overview
We offer a full‑time employees an excellent benefit package which includes multiple health insurance options; TIAA retirement plans; generous vacation, sick, and personal time; and more. To learn more about employee benefits and eligibility at Bard College, please visit
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Bard is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities. AA/EOE.
Contact
Bard College Office of Human Resources
Mailing Address: PO Box 5000, 30 Campus Road, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
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