Arts Coordinator

Arts Performance Coordinator (Part-Time)

Organization: Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción, Inc.
Location: Boston, MA
FLSA Classification: Non - Exempt
Supervisor: Arts Program Director

Established in 1968, IBA - Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción is a dynamic community development corporation in Boston's South End. IBA's mission is to empower and engage individuals and families to improve their lives through high-quality affordable housing, education, and arts programs.

• Want to be part of a mission-driven organization serving the evolving needs of Boston's Puerto Rican and Latino-identified community.
• Are comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Are service oriented, willing to go the extra mile.
• Enjoy working with the arts.
• Can prioritize competing interests, juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Are a collaborative team member and an effective Communicator.
• Are Spanish / English bilingual.

Program Management & Operations

• Plan and execute performance programming across IBA's initiatives.
• Conduct local, national, and international calls to artists.
• Review artist submissions and portfolios, interview and recommend candidates.
• Negotiate and manage artist contracts.
• Coordinate all performance logistics and ensure compliance with facility policies.
• Maintain a performance calendar at least 12–24 months in advance.
• Collaborate with Marketing Team to promote performances and ensure timely submission of promotional materials.
• Recruit and manage volunteers in collaboration with HR.

Strategic Planning

• Develop annual work plans, objectives, and targets aligned with IBA's mission.
• Collaborate with the Arts team and Curator to support programming, including Festival Betances.
• Identify opportunities to integrate performing arts with other IBA programs.

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Build relationships with residents and community stakeholders.
• Foster partnerships with cultural organizations and community-based groups.
• Represent IBA at internal and external meetings, trainings, and conferences.

Data & Evaluation

• Track and report data on artist participation and audience engagement and program outcomes.

Other Duties

• Participate in agency-wide events such as Three Kings Day, Membership Drive, Festival Betances, and others.
• Perform ad hoc duties as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration preferred, Music Business Management, or equivalent experience required.
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High computer literacy (Word, Excel, databases).
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in urban, culturally diverse communities.
• Customer service oriented and flexible schedule availability.

Competitive starting pay range of $37–$40 (hourly), commensurate with experience, robust insurance plans for health, dental and vision;
Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a generous HRA plan provided by IBA for out-of-pocket medical expenses — up to $9,450 or $18,900 based on single and family coverage, respectively; 403b plan with annual employer contribution. IBA staff enjoy generous amount of paid time off and free parking (some limits apply).

IBA is located in Boston's historic South End in the multiculturally rich community of Villa Victoria. We value teamwork and collaboration, believe in developing leaders and foster a culture of excellence. Our commitment to inclusion, equity, empowerment and community building is inherent in IBA's mission, embedded in our values and demonstrated in the ways we work together to achieve mission impact and outcome goal.

To apply please submit a resume and cover letter to:

As an EOE/AA employer, IBA will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identification, veteran, or disability status.