Interim General Co-director & Programming

Join La Centrale’s co-direction team!

• Beginning of contract: February 2026
• End of contract: May 31st, 2026 (possibility of renewal)
• 28h/week, 25.16$/hour
• Benefits: Wellness and health allocation, budget for professional development 
• 5 days of paid vacation
• 20 days of paid sick days
• Flexible work hours, availability on nights and weekends required for special events and gallery sitting. 
• Hybrid work (online and on-site at the gallery). 
• Application Deadline: January 20, 11:59 p.m. EST

Our mandate

La Centrale galerie Powerhouse is an artist-run centre dedicated to the dissemination and development of multidisciplinary feminist practices. We are committed to supporting artists and artistic practices that are marginalized from dominant cultural institutions, and at various stages of their careers. Our programming is in dialogue with feminisms and supports intersectionality and social justice. 

La Centrale is committed to principles of anti-racism, anti-oppression, and equity. Please see La Centrale’s Basis of Unity and Anti-Harassment Policy for more information.

What we’re looking for : 

Bilingual candidate (verbal & written fluency in French and English)
Experience in supporting and creating artistic programming
Project management experience and ability to coordinate collaborative projects
Experience working in a cultural institution, non-profit or long-term artistic initiatives
Knowledge and awareness of the field of contemporary art and non-profits
Ability to manage budgets and timelines
Technical competencies regarding exhibition installation
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Québec, Canada. 

We encourage you to apply if you are…

• Committed to equity, decolonisation, diversity, intersectionality, and practices of anti-racism and anti-oppression, and are able to approach complex issues raised by these alignments with care and nuance;
• Someone who likes working collaboratively, and shows great interpersonal and communication skills;
• Able to alternate between administrative and creative tasks, while holding yourself accountable to responsibilities and deadlines;
• Familiar with and enjoy working in a non-hierarchical structure;
• Patient, flexible and able to manage stressful situations;
• Resourceful and capable of problem solving;
• Willing to ask for help when you need it.

Calendar

The following projects will require the contribution of the interim General Co-director & Programming, in collaboration with the programming committee and the co-direction team. 

February 2026 : Coordinate the jury for the 2026-27 window exhibitions with the programming committee. 
February–May 2026: Support and follow-up of the 2026 Prix Powerhouse
March 2026: Performance Days - Relational Tensions
April-May 2026: Gallery exhibition by artist Lucas Morneau
June 2026: Workshop by artist Jules Galbraith as part of Ada X HTMelles festival
June 2026: Support for the member festival Things We Share (4th edition)

Tasks 

As the General Co-director & programming by interim, this is the list of tasks comprised in the duration of your contract. These may vary from one project to another. Please note that each member of the co-direction team contributes to a project based on the expertise of their position, and that the remaining tasks are assigned according to each person's capacity, strengths, and interests.

Programming 

Manage the programming budget in collaboration with the General Co-Director & Operations
Coordinate the calls for submissions (exhibitions and performances) with the General Co-Director & Communications
Plan and coordinate the programming calendar in collaboration with the co-direction team
Work with the Laboratory committee, dedicated to the research and implementation of feminist and decolonial practices within our programming and structures or governance. 

Artistic Support 

Write exhibition contracts and ensure follow-ups 
Ensure that the annual CARFAC fee schedule is followed
Manage the logistics of exhibition and performance projects
Coordinate and see through the transport of artworks, accommodation for artists residing outside of the city, and all other necessary logistics 
Support exhibition openings and closing events 
In collaboration with the General co-director & communications, coordinate volunteers for gallery sitting and exhibitions openings and closing events 

Technical support

Manage artist’s technical needs
Hire and manage technicians, and support them during the installation and takedown of exhibitions and performances
Maintain the centre’s equipment inventory and its technical needs, and ensure the proper functioning of the centre’s equipment
Secure additional insurance for programming as needed

Gallery

Ensure the good condition of gallery equipment and premises  
Manage gallery keys 

To apply

To apply, please send a letter of intent, a CV and two references (Name, Last name, email, phone number) to equite@lacentrale.org, before January 20, 2026, 11:59 pm EST. Please note that only applicants who have been selected will be contacted for interviews. 

La Centrale is committed to working with artists and cultural workers from various communities. We believe the experiences, knowledge and wisdom of people who have encountered systemic barriers are essential to improving institutions and creating a more sustainable future for our arts ecosystem and the people within it. We encourage applications from people who are BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, working class, and others who face unequal access to professional opportunities. 

In order to ensure an equitable hiring process, applicants’ personal information (including name and self-identifications) will be redacted from the application. The hiring committee will not have access to this information when selecting applicants for interviews.

Questions regarding the position and application process can be sent to: equite@lacentrale.org.