Section Leader Viola
Ulster Orchestra

  • Full-time
  • Belfast
  • Closing Date: 9th December, 2024

We are currently recruiting for a Section Leader Viola to join our dynamic and vibrant orchestra!


The successful candidate will have exceptional professional orchestral and solo ability, with a commitment to always delivering the highest standard of work. In addition, they will also be an inspiring leader in both musical and non-musical aspects, with strong communication skills and the ability to actively develop and support relationships within the section and the wider orchestral society. In addition to orchestral work, there are many exciting opportunities to be involved in a diverse range of non-platform activities.


What we do: As Northern Ireland’s only professional symphony orchestra, our aim is to provide inspirational musical experiences that are accessible to all. We believe the best orchestras draw from their communities, by reflecting their cultures, their hopes and dreams. They help their communities find their creative voices; that is what we are about.


Our Vision & Values: Our vision is ‘to be a vital force in the cultural, social and educational life of Northern Ireland’. It is an ambition that requires constant evolution to meet its challenges. Society doesn't stand still, and nor do we. We strive towards achieving our vision through always living our values: we CARE about our colleagues; we COMMIT to being world class; we ENGAGE with our community.


EDI Commitment: The Ulster Orchestra values equality, diversity and inclusion and it is at the core of our values. We are committed to providing a space where every person is treated with dignity and respect and feels welcomed, accepted and supported, where they can excel at what they do and can fulfil their potential, whatever their background. Through our membership of Black Lives in Music as well as collaborations and partnerships with inclusive music ensembles, such as Acoustronic and Performance without Barriers we are committed to playing our part in working towards a music industry which is truly inclusive.


Further information on the job requirements, application and selection process can be found in the recruitment pack, along with benefits of working for the Orchestra. The closing date for applications is Monday 9th December 2024 and no applications after this date will be accepted.


The Ulster Orchestra strives to be fully representative of all demographical aspects of society and to offer a truly inclusive working environment.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Within this context we particularly encourage applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQI+, Black, Asian and other global majority backgrounds, and those from backgrounds of social and economic deprivation.


The appointment will be made on merit with openness and transparency of process.

About the Organisation

Founded in 1966, the Ulster Orchestra has been at the forefront of musical life in Northern Ireland and the Orchestra’s full-time musicians form the region’s only professional symphony orchestra.

With a mission to enrich the lives of people living in Northern Ireland, those visiting, and those who encounter it through international touring and regular radio and TV broadcasts with both BBC Northern Ireland and BBC Radio 3, the Orchestra strives for excellence in all it undertakes, be it regular concert performances, learning and community engagement programmes, or creative collaborations across the arts.

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