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JOB OFFER - October 8 2026

Company : Opak Productions Inc.

 

Position :  Funding Coordinator

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About the company:  Opak is a company within the music industry that manages and/or produces tours and concerts for Patrick Watson, Elisapie, Moonshine, Bibi Club, CHANCES, Bye Parula, The Barr Brothers, Aliocha Schneider, Fernie, James Forest, Christian Sean, Kaya Hoax and Billie du Page. Opak is also behind the production of the Live at Lost River festival (curated by Patrick Watson), and more recently we offer à la carte services in grants, and soon, services in management and show production.

 

Job description: Under the supervision of the Funding Director, the Funding Coordinator handles the administrative and operational coordination of funding applications and reporting for various funding bodies in Quebec and Canada. In collaboration with various stakeholders (artist managers, artists, external partners, and funding bodies), this person collects, reviews, compiles, and structures the information required to prepare grant applications and final reports.

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Description of tasks: 

  • Gather, review, and organize the necessary documents and supporting materials for applications and reports (Coordinate collecting required information from internal teams, artists, and partners throughout the project)

  • Understand collaborators' projects in order to understand their objectives, needs, and eligible activities for funding

  • Write application and reporting texts in a clear and coherent manner

  • Prepare and adapt project budgets according to program requirements

  • Ensure compliance with deadlines, administrative requirements, and conformity criteria of funding organizations

  • Compile invoices and proof of payment required for accountability reporting

  • Manage communications with funding bodies, partners, and collaborators

  • Update and maintain grant tracking spreadsheets, timelines, and internal tracking systems

  • Create invoices in the accounting system to monitor grant payments

  • Participate in the administration of the Opak à la Carte - Grants service

  • Participate in team meetings and internal company life

  • Any other grant department related duties

                           

Required skills:

  • Strong organizational and planning skills

  • Thoroughness, meticulousness

  • Excellent ability to multitask

  • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload effectively 

  • Strong analytical skills and ability to summarize information

  • Team player, energetic, resourceful

  • Proficiency in spoken and written French and English 

  • Strong communication skills and and ability to adapt to various partners 

  • Writing proficiency 

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

  • Familiarity with Google Workspace : Sheets, Docs, Drive, Cal… (a plus)

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an administrative role

  • Familiarity with the cultural sector or music industry (a plus)

  • Grant writing experience (a plus)

  • Finally, must love music… and dogs (there are a few at the office!)

 

Benefits:

  • Flexible vacation time throughout the year and time off during the holidays

  • Personal days

  • Group insurance

  • Working within a dynamic and professional team in a very pleasant and bright office

  • Dogs welcome!

 

Conditions: 

  • Full time

  • Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)

  • Salary: To be discussed based on experience

  • Workplace: Villeray, Montreal, (hybrid model combining in-office and remote work)

  • Start date: November 2026

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TO APPLY :

  • Subject Line: Funding Coordinator and Admin Whiz

  • Please send your CV along with a one-page cover letter. At the end of your cover letter, include your favourite animal emoji.

PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO CV@OPAKMUSIC.COM BY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT.

 

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Opak is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage women, individuals from the LGBTQ2S+ community, Indigenous Peoples, racialized minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Please note that the office is located on the 2nd floor with no elevator.

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