Manager – Musicians & Training

SYO is looking for a Manager – Musicians & Training - Work with the Sound of the Future.

Position: Manager – Musicians & Training 

Location: Ultimo, Sydney

Organisation: Sydney Youth Orchestras

Full-time Salary: $60-75,000 p.a. plus superannuation, commensurate with experience

Download the position description here.

Join Our Team!    

Sydney Youth Orchestras (SYO) is at the forefront of youth orchestral music in Australia. We believe young people are not just the future—they are the present. Our mission is to empower these young musicians to develop their artistry, connect with like-minded peers, and thrive in a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence.

We’re looking for a Manager – Musicians & Training to help us bring this vision to life. In this role, you’ll lead a dedicated team, manage systems and processes, and oversee the administrative needs of our talented young musicians and their families.

If you’re detail-oriented, a great communicator, and enthusiastic about arts education, this could be the perfect role for you. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute broadly to SYO’s mission with exciting opportunities to tour both internationally and across NSW scheduled over the next 12 months.

Ready to make an impact?

Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of orchestral music in Australia! Apply now!

Selection Criteria

Required:

• 3 Years experience in a similar role in a school, educational institution, arts organisation, festival, or similar fast paced environment.

• Experience with computer software / systems and ability to quickly learn new systems including but not limited to Salesforce CRM, Asana, FormAssembly (online form building), Learning Management Systems, Zoom

• Experience managing a team of both full time and casual staff

• A passion for music and working with young people

• High level of written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities

• A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

• Degree qualifications (or equivalent) in Music and/or Music Education, or equivalent professional experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a Management Team.

Desirable:

• Experience managing orchestral rehearsals and performances
• Proven ability to work with different stakeholders
• Full (Unrestricted) NSW Driver’s License

If you think that this sounds like the right job for you, please read the attached position description and send your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria for this role to katie.garman@syo.com.au. Applications close Monday 29 September

SYO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all eligible applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability status.

For all enquiries about the position, including reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, please email Katie Garman, Head of Business Operations, at katie.garman@syo.com.au

Please note: VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this role.