Downeast

WE ARE HIRING:

MAMM Downeast Program Coordinator

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Cherryfield, ME with outreach activities throughout Washington and Hancock Counties (hybrid/remote with local travel required)

Status: Part-time, approximately 10-20 hours per week

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Maine Academy of Modern Music (MAMM) seeks a part-time Downeast Program Coordinator to lead the implementation and expansion of music enrichment programs in western Washington County, with additional outreach possible throughout Washington and Hancock Counties. This role will advance MAMM’s mission to make high-quality, inclusive music education and performance opportunities accessible to all young people, regardless of background or income.

Working closely with MAMM’s Executive Director and local partners, the Coordinator will facilitate community engagement, oversee planning and logistics for concerts and events, support fundraising and partnership development, and help design and launch new programs. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative, organized, and community-minded professional passionate about youth, the arts, and Downeast Maine.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement and Coordination

• Coordinate and attend meetings with the Executive Director and key community partners including schools, nonprofits, parents, youth, and local musicians.

• Facilitate a community advisory committee that meets monthly to guide Downeast program development.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with schools, arts organizations, local musicians, and other partners.

• Represent MAMM at community events and meetings as needed.
  

Program and Event Management

• Support planning and logistics for the Amplify Tour, Girls Rock concerts, and other events Downeast.

• Lead the design, coordination, and launch of a “Rock & Roll Little League” coaching model and related youth programs.

• Track program milestones and outcomes in collaboration with the Executive Director.
  

Fundraising and Administration

• Seek and help prepare grants, sponsorships, and local contributions to fund planned activities.

• Assist with event promotion, marketing, and documentation.

• Meet weekly with the Executive Director to review progress, address challenges, and align priorities.

• Manage schedules, budgets, and communications related to Downeast programming.
  

Leadership and Strategy

• Serve as the point person for MAMM’s Downeast work, ensuring activities are well-coordinated, inclusive, and community-driven.

• Contribute ideas and local insights to strengthen MAMM’s outreach, partnership, and engagement strategy.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Experience in program coordination, event planning, or community development (experience in arts, music, or education settings preferred).

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse partners and community members.

• Comfort working both independently and as part of a small, distributed team.

• Ability to travel regularly within Washington and Hancock Counties for meetings and events.

• Familiarity with the Downeast Maine community and culture strongly preferred.
  

To Apply

Please submit a résumé and short cover letter describing your interest in this role to jeff@mamm.rocks with “Downeast Program Coordinator” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.