Project Director

Job DescriptionOur new Creative People and Places programme needs an ambitious and creative individual who can bring residents, artists and partners together and turn conversations into visible, joyful, high-quality arts activity. Someone who can create meaningful connections and the conditions for participation and is able to welcome everyone.You’ll be aware of the practical, physical and emotional barriers that can get in the way and you’ll support people to overcome them. You’ll lead our community on a journey - from having… Job Description Our new Creative People and Places programme needs an ambitious and creative individual who can bring residents, artists and partners together and turn conversations into visible, joyful, high-quality arts activity. Someone who can create meaningful connections and the conditions for participation and is able to welcome everyone. You’ll be aware of the practical, physical and emotional barriers that can get in the way and you’ll support people to overcome them. You’ll lead our community on a journey – from having a look, to coming along, taking part, making decisions and deciding what happens next. Job Requirements KNOWLEDGE of:Co-creation and community decision-making, including practical deliveryAudience development and engagement, with understanding of how to identify, reach and grow diverse and under-served audiencesProgramming performances or other artistic works that deliver ambitious and artistic excellence in a variety of settings and scales.The process of bringing innovation and local connection to arts initiatives to develop and sustain creativity and engagement.Monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and experience of using them to develop programmes and inform reporting to public bodies. SKILLS in:Leadership of arts or community development projects, PAYE teams and freelance staff.Inclusive practiceExcellent communication skills and able to adapt theseFacilitation and leadership in a range of settingsFinancial management of complex projectsPartnership development and managementManagement of multiple projects with a common goal Job Responsibilities 1. Programme Leadership and Strategic Development 2. Artistic Programming and community decision making 3. Team Leadership 4. Operations, Finance and Risk 5. Fundraising, Advocacy and Sustainability 6. Consortium Working 7. Evaluation, Learning and Reflective Practise #J-18808-Ljbffr