Arts, Culture, Heritage Jobs
Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (occasional weekend and evening work required)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
The Black Country Living Museum is seeking a Health and Safety Manager. This is a critical role that would suit an organised, pragmatic, and proactive individual with experience advising on a range of matters including food outlets, events, buildings, and machinery.
What are the duties?
As the Museums designated safety lead and representative, highlights of your duties will include:
• Monitoring safety across our 26-acre site, which includes our historic buildings, food & drink units, and industrial areas.
• Ensuring compliance and best practices concerning all relevant Health & Safety procedures and regulatory requirements appropriate to our estate, operations, collections, people, and visitors.
• Applying a pragmatic mindset to safety solutions minimising the impact on our visitors, their experience, and the historical authenticity of our buildings and activities.
• Advising, training, and supporting our staff and managers.
• Taking ownership of the H&S budget in addition to keeping accurate and organised records.
• Sourcing and managing external specialist support and contractors as appropriate.
What are we looking for?
• Knowledge of providing health and safety support in line with safety legislation and best practice, in an organisation of a similar size and/or complexity.
• Technical member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Tech IOSH).
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Safety e.g. NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or Level 3 NVQ in Applied Health and Safety.
• Detailed knowledge of current health and safety legislation and its application.
• Excellent prioritisation skills.
• Confident IT skills.
• Inclusive and respectful interpersonal skills.
Candidates are encouraged to read the Job Profile before applying.
Who should apply?
We are an award-winning open-air museum. Throughout our 44-year history, our aim has always been clear: Inspiring your discovery of the Black Country. We ensure that the revolutionary story of the Black Country’s industrial landscape – the first ever of its kind in the UK – is celebrated by generations.
What can you expect?
• Unique Working environment: The Museum hosts seasonal, themed, and high-profile events, as well as being regularly used for TV and Film locations.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Competitive rewards & benefits.
• Supportive & inclusive work culture.
• Positive attitude to work-life balance.
Benefits: Access to BCLM’s 26 Acre Site – Generous Annual Leave Allowance – Contributory Pension Scheme – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Retail Discounts via BCLM Online Rewards Portal – Discounted Membership with Sandwell Leisure Trust – Complimentary Entry Passes to BCLM – Staff Discount Scheme – Free On-site Parking – Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay – Payment of Professional Subscriptions - Free Flu Jabs
What are you waiting for? Begin your Black Country Journey now and apply using your most up-to-date CV.
BCLM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment that celebrates the richness of the human experience. We are dedicated to eliminating bias and discrimination at every stage and encourage applicants to get in touch should they require reasonable adjustments during the interview process. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
Closing date: 2nd April 2024
Interviews are expected to take place around 7 days after the closing date, adjustments will be made should successful applicants be unable to attend.
As we say in the Black Country, tara-a-bit!
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IMPACT Scotland is recruiting an Administrative Assistant who will provide crucial administrative support to the executive team and Board of Trustees. This permanent role will suit an efficient and organised individual who wants to sit at the heart of a developing organisation. It is ideal for someone looking to gain experience across the broad range of disciplines which support cultural organisations. Primarily an administrative role, the successful candidate can expect to support work in Development, Marketing & Communications, and Venue Planning as part of their day-to-day.
The IMPACT Scotland team is expected to grow with the building, and the right candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a developing, dynamic organisation that is helping to shape Edinburgh’s cultural future.
To view the full job description and learn how to apply, please visit our website via the link posted above.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Finance
Location: King's Cross, London
Contract length: Permanent
Salary: £72,000
This post is London-based. We have a hybrid working model of minimum 2 days per week (for full time staff) at our King’s Cross office (2 Granary Square, London N1C 4BH).
Who are we?
Art Fund is the UK’s national fundraising charity for art. We give grants to help museums, galleries, historic houses and public arts organisations to acquire objects for their collections, to share them with as many people as possible, and to support research and training for museum professionals. We are supported by our growing membership of 135,000 through the National Art Pass, as well as the generosity of many individuals, trusts and foundations.
The role
This is an important and exciting post for the organisation and as the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for leading best practice financial reporting and analysis for the charity. The role has two direct reports (as part of a team of five) and involves working across the organisation and with senior leadership and trustees to deliver and communicate first class management information.
This is impactful and broad Head of Finance role, but to give an idea of focus, the core areas of delivery will include:
- Statutory accounts & audit – act as the primary contact for the external auditor, ensure the accounts are consistent with financial standards requirements and delivered on time
- Budgeting, forecasting, monthly reporting and financial analysis - present management accounts and reforecasts to senior leadership, trustees and staff
- Change & improvements – proactively support transformation on CRM systems upgrade, be fully involved in the selection of a new finance system for implementation in 2025
Key Employee Benefits
- Generous Annual leave– 25 days annual leave and bank holidays, with additional non-contractual office closure dates at Christmas.
- Free National Art Pass (NAP)- for yourself and another person of your choice.
- Free Entry to Exhibitions
- Life Assurance- cover for up to three times your basic salary.
- Season Ticket Loan
Pensions- Eligible employees are enrolled into the scheme with the exception of those who have contracts of three months or less. Art Fund contributes 8% of the basic annual salary during the first six months of employment or until probation is successfully completed, whichever is the later. At that point the contribution is increased to 10%.
Closing deadline: 23.59 on 5 April 2024.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to building our team and trustees from the broad range of backgrounds and experiences across the UK, valuing difference and diversity, and building a workplace based on shared values of equality and mutual respect.
We have ambitious plans for the future and will be holding ourselves to account and putting our principles into action, as we all work together to help bring about positive change and a fairer future for everyone. We therefore want to encourage applications from all races, ages, religions and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with any kind of disabilities and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our organisation.
No agencies please.
Are you a senior Philanthropy leader with a passion for the piano, ready to take on a unique and ambitious new role?
Leeds International Piano Competition is one of the world's most celebrated music events and has launched the careers of some of the greatest pianists of our time. 'The Leeds' is regarded as a trailblazer for music competitions, among the top three piano competitions in the world.
This Director of Development opportunity is the charity's first philanthropic role of its kind. Spearheading a groundbreaking new approach to income generation, you'll help to secure the future and sustainability of an organisation with a rich and vibrant history.
Salary: £75k pro rata, open to full or part-time
Location: Leeds, London or remote
Benefits: Flexible appointment and terms can be negotiated
Culture: Life and family-friendly, open to suggested working patterns
We are able to consider candidates on either an employed or consultancy contract basis.
About the opportunity
'The Leeds' does things differently. They're a pioneering organisation when it comes to environmental sustainability (aiming to be the world's first carbon neutral piano competition by 2024) and proactively working towards greater gender equality for women.
Following a comprehensive independent review in 2023, LIPC has developed an evidence-based case for support which aims to build a £10m endowment over the next 5-10 years and diversify income streams to raise the £2.5m funding for the core costs of a 3-year programme. It's anticipated that funding will come from philanthropists in Yorkshire, London and the global piano-loving community, particularly in East Asia (Hong Kong/ Singapore) and potentially in the US.
About the role
As Director of Development, you'll provide inspirational leadership to enable and empower LIPC to develop strategic philanthropic relationships, both here in the UK and internationally.
Key tasks on your agenda will include:
* Propose and implement agreed fundraising strategy for the future endowment campaign and triennial operating costs.
* Build strong relationships with the key stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Establish personal credibility and working relationships with executive team and Trustees.
* Work closely with the Development Committee to approach and secure existing and potential new donors.
* Provide leadership and pastoral support to a Fundraising Manager and continue to build fundraising skills for the core team.
About you
You're a confident and highly-skilled philanthropy professional with a personal track-record securing high-value gifts at seven figures, working with both major donors and trusts and foundations.
You elegantly and effectively balance strategic thinking with operational hands-on fundraising, and you still get a kick from 'doing the doing'. Adept at managing and stewarding complex relationships with stakeholders and funders, you bring people together towards a shared vision and common goals.
We're looking for a talented and nurturing leader, who works with emotional intelligence and nuance when it comes to collaboration with individuals and teams at all levels.
We'll need you to be able to demonstrate and articulate a passion for the piano and the power of music to transform lives. If you are feeling inspired and motivated by what you've read, then we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Amelia Lee at Charity People.
Deadline: 9am on Thursday 5th April
Interview: dates to be confirmed
We would encourage you to make contact as soon as possible if you are interested.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
At JW3, our mission is to increase the quality, variety and volume of Jewish conversation in London and beyond. We seek to achieve this by offering multiple entry points into Jewish life, culture and community for the widest possible range of people, and programming outstanding events, activities, classes and courses – the diversity of which reflects the diversity of our community.
We receive over 200,000 visits each year to our purpose-built centre that houses a Cinema, Restaurant, Bar, Café, Nursery, and over a dozen spaces where a year-round programme of over 6,000 activities takes place, including adult education, language classes, theatre, music performances, youth programmes, after-school activities, food & drink workshops and demonstrations, parties, ‘big name’ talks and debates, films, family programmes and more.
An important part of JW3’s funding comes from high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) who support the charity on a long-term basis. As Philanthropy Manager, you will maximise charitable income through building strong and authentic relationships with these HNWI's, and will be responsible for developing the major donor strategy with the support of the Development Director.
POSITION: Philanthropy Manager
LOCATION: London, NW3 (with scope for hybrid working)
REPORTING TO: Development Director
SALARY: £45,000-£50,000 per annum, depending on experience
HOURS: Full time, 37.5 hours/week
BENEFITS: JW3 staff enjoy working in a dynamic, vibrant community centre environment. You will have access to discounted and free tickets to a wide range of cultural, educational and other events and activities that take place under our roof, including free cinema tickets (subject to availability) for our gorgeous boutique cinema. You will enjoy eating and drinking in our cafe with a staff discount, taking a break on the JW3 Beach in the summer or coming for a skate on the JW3 Ice Rink in the winter. You will also benefit from a best-in-class proactive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which offers mental health support, 24/7 medical support through a free online GP, death in service 2x salary, and a physical and mental wellbeing app accessed through gamified technology which offers rewards and discounts. You will also have 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), alongside all Jewish holidays that fall on a working day.
HOW TO APPLY: Click on the Quick Apply button below, and you will be asked to submit a CV and covering letter.
CLOSING DATE: 29th March 2024
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead on the development and delivery of our major donor strategy,
- Identify and build relationships with new individual supporters and prospects and ensure a consistent, healthy pipeline of new supporters
- Increase the number of individual supporters making regular donations (annual/multi-year) year on year
- Employ a variety of personal engagement and communications mechanisms to ensure that prospects and supporters become, and remain, fully engaged with our cause
- Research and identify new donors,
- Analyse income of donations in-building and online, working with Marketing to leverage fundraised income and engagement
- Organise fundraising events, ensuring a smooth donor experience
- Oversee the effective use of internal systems to ensure best practice in fundraising, data collection, gift aid and gift acceptance policy
- Provide support as needed to the wider JW3 Development team, particularly at fundraising events
- Develop and maintain detailed knowledge and information on JW3 services, projects and priority areas in order to keep donors updated
- Represent JW3 externally, communicating the vision, values, and case for support to the wider community at appropriate external forums
- Build and manage appropriate relationships with relevant local and national organisations to strengthen our individual giving abilities
- Attend Development Board meetings and follow up fundraising leads with Trustees
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Extensive and demonstrable experience in a fundraising-focused role
- Proven ability to engage confidently and effectively with a range of audiences
- Demonstrable experience of achieving income against target
- Strong event management skills
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with an ability to develop effective approaches and cases for support
- Experience of developing positive, effective relationships with trustees
- Demonstrable understanding of the principles of Data Protection legislation, alongside other relevant legislation and guidelines within fundraising
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Strong presentation and numeracy skills
- Highly organised, with efficient management of time and responsibilities
- Excellent attention to detail
- Willing and able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the team and organisation
- Ability to navigate competing priorities and manage time-sensitive issues in a calm, professional manner
- Proactive and solution-focused, with an ability to take initiative and a creative approach to problem-solving
- High level of IT proficiency
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join the team leading the iconic Wells Cathedral as its next COO, developing its life as a place of worship, a heritage site of remarkable beauty and awe-inspiring historic significance, and a globally recognised destination for pilgrims, audiences and tourists alike.
Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 30th April
Who we are.
The City of Wells
Situated on the edge of the Mendip Hills in the County of Somerset, Wells is one of England’s most beautiful and compact cities. Built around the beautiful Cathedral of St Andrew, its picturesque surroundings include a charming market square and high street, the Bishop’s Palace, and the magnificent Vicars’ Close, Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited street.
The Cathedral
Wells Cathedral deservedly has gained an enviable reputation for its lovingly maintained gothic architecture, world-class music, and its ministry. Underpinning the life, worship, and ministry of the Cathedral is a diverse organisation where a lot is achieved with modest resources. It oversees a diverse tapestry of activity:
- A world-class music foundation
- A works and estates department
- A team of virgers
- The Cathedral library and archives
- An education, learning, and outreach programme
- Finance, HR, and administrative functions
- Volunteer management
- Trading companies
About the role.
As a member of the Cathedral Leadership Team and as the senior operational manager of Wells Cathedral, the COO is responsible for the delivery of the Chapter’s strategy and plans and for the day-to-day coordination of operations in the context of the ministry and mission of the Cathedral. Reporting to the Dean of Wells and accountable to the Chapter of Wells Cathedral, this is a full-time role which requires a presence onsite to carry out the duties effectively. Read more about the organisational structure here.
The Chapter is the Board of Trustees for the Cathedral. It is the administrative body of the cathedral with the ultimate responsibility for directing and overseeing its affairs. They, alongside the COO, set the strategic direction for the Cathedral.
The principal responsibilities of the COO are to:
- Provide leadership to the operational departments that align with the Chapter’s overall strategic vision and objectives.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities of the Cathedral’s operational departments and associated staff.
- Lead, manage and motivate the Cathedral’s staff and its volunteers.
- Maintain and strengthen the Cathedral’s financial position in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer.
- Represent the Cathedral on external bodies and occasions as required.
- Be aware of and actively participate in the life of the Cathedral and its worship.
Who we are looking for.
As a natural leader, the next COO should be authentic in their leadership and team-management skills, building trust quickly to lead the organisation in the context of some demanding priorities. Motivationally inspiring, wise in kindness, and with a values-led approach, the next COO should be experienced in people management and able to forge strong connections. They must be mindful of creating a healthy culture as well as delivering against the strategy. Open and transparent, the next COO needs to be a relationship builder engaging with the community beyond the Cathedral and building on existing partnerships.
A person of integrity and agility, the next COO should be skilled in managing several projects at once, balancing the need for involvement at both high and detailed levels. Wells Cathedral’s next COO should be comfortable managing the day-to-day operations of the Cathedral, a complex estate with multiple services, events and activities in a weekly busy programme. With an empathetic servant leader approach, they will work in sympathy with the values and Christian foundation, able to influence staff and volunteers in a collegiate and timely manner.
With extensive experience working with a variety of stakeholders across organisations, they should have the vision to lead as well as the ability to work as a member of the wider team. Similarly, they must have the capacity to support areas of work outside of their specialism, facilitating and supporting their team in key decisions. The next COO needs to be agile in their approach and adapt to developing, changing, and sometimes conflicting priorities, bringing their team with them. They should have a good track record of managing a healthy organisation and setting and maintaining clear and achievable standards and goals.
Displaying analytical skills, including financial literacy and commercial acuity, they will demonstrate thorough financial planning, budgeting, and reporting and have a proven track record in driving financial sustainability.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 30th April.
We are looking to recruit a Exhibitions Technician to join our team based in London. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £29,768 per annum.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
Purpose of the Exhibitions Technician role is to:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the RAF Museum as Exhibitions Technician. Reporting to the Exhibitions Workshop Manager, the Exhibitions Technician will support the design, construction, installation, maintenance and repair of exhibition elements, such as bespoke mounts, plinths, display stands and mechanical interactives, for the Museum’s permanent galleries and temporary exhibitions, developing suitable methods of fabrication and repair.
You will support the maintenance, care and preservation of the Museum’s collection, supporting the Museum’s project teams as required and responding to service requests.
Key responsibilities of our Exhibitions Technician include:
- Design, manufacture and install exhibition displays in a variety of materials
- Design and produce bespoke object mounts, working closely with the Collections Services team
- Install and de-install temporary and permanent exhibitions, including exhibition structures and objects, and make good of exhibition spaces as required.
- Ensure Workshop facilities, and areas of work, comply with Health and Safety and COSHH Regulations, ensuring work areas are maintained in a clean and tidy state
- To maintain all tooling and equipment in a serviceable condition, ensuring that all equipment is safe to operate within manufacturers’ approved guidelines.
- To contribute towards the Museum’s provision of a healthy, safe and secure working environment for visitors, staff, volunteers and contractors
- Supervise and induct exhibition contractors on site as required
- Maintain accurate, effective and accessible records for all work.
- Carry out surveys, produce reports and plans for projects, and to brief the Exhibition Workshop Manager and agree a way forward
What we are looking for in our Exhibitions Technician:
- Appropriate trade related qualification in a related technical discipline or equivalent experience gained in a workshop environment
- Two additional relevant skills (e.g. welding, electronics, electrical, woodwork, prop making, model making, painting, plastering)
- Displays enthusiasm around activities, adopting a positive approach when interacting with others, and motivating team members
- Listens to, understands, respects and accepts different views, ideas and ways of working
- Uses experience and knowledge of standard practices and procedures to evaluate problems and make appropriate decisions/provide appropriate advice
- Able to organise own and others’ activities to deliver to expected standards and targets, with operational responsibility for a particular area
- Demonstrable experience within a museum/heritage environment
Closing date for applications:01 April 2024
Interviews will take place on: 16 April 2024
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please click apply now to be re-directed to our jobs page where you can access the application method and details for the Exhibitions Technician role. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Organisation
The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.
We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year.
We are now looking for a Casual Learning Officer to join our Learning Team on a flexible basis on a casual contract.
The Benefits
- An hourly rate of £15.49 per hour
- Offices in a beautiful location
If you have experience delivering outdoor environmental education and a strong grasp of ecology and natural heritage, this is an incredible opportunity to step into a unique role with our prestigious organisation.
Working in the heart of London's iconic Royal Parks, you’ll have the chance to deliver fun and inclusive activities to our diverse visitors amidst stunning natural settings.
What’s more, you’ll enjoy the freedom of flexible hours, ensuring a perfect balance between work and your personal commitments whilst still making a meaningful impact!
The Role
As a Casual Learning Officer, you will support the delivery of our outdoor learning programmes.
Working alongside our inspiring Learning Team, you’ll plan and deliver school sessions and other activities to visitors of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, providing inclusive, fun and high-quality experiences across nature, heritage and wellbeing. You’ll have the opportunity to build varied experience in a range of informal settings, such as drop-in events, festivals and out in the parks’ beautiful habitats.
You may also be offered opportunities to undertake a range of administrative and customer support duties, including responding to enquiries from the public, uploading event information online and processing booking transfer and cancellation requests.
About You
To be considered as a Casual Learning Officer, you will need:
- Proven experience delivering outdoor environmental education to school groups
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver sessions with energy and enthusiasm to diverse audiences
- In depth knowledge of ecology, natural heritage and outdoor learning
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Please note, this role will require an Enhanced DBS Check.
Other organisations may call this role Programme Officer, Engagement Officer, Outdoor Learning Officer, Education Officer, Outdoor Activities Officer, Visitor Services Officer, or Enrichment Officer.
We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an “Accessibility Tools” button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.
The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please click here to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Casual Learning Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit a Exhibitions Workshop Manager to join our team based in London. You will join us on a full-time, fixed term contract of 12 months, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £34,900 per annum.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
Purpose of the Exhibitions Workshop Manager role is to:
You will play an important role in managing the Museum’s London workshop facility, working closely with the Museum Technician to construct, install, maintain and repair elements of gallery displays such as bespoke mounts, plinths and display stands for Museum objects in permanent galleries and temporary exhibitions.
Key responsibilities of our Exhibitions Workshop Manager include:
- Working closely with the Museum Technician and report to the Head of Exhibitions and Interpretation
- Cultivating partnerships with external stakeholders, contractors and consultants such as exhibition designers, graphic designers, model makers, exhibition construction contractors, quantity surveyors, planning supervisors and contract administrators
- Providing effective prioritisation and resourcing of the Workshop team
- Designing, manufacturing and installation of exhibitions plinths and displays
- Designing, manufacturing, finishing and installing of bespoke stands and mounts in metal, perspex and wood, to allow the safe display of our very varied collection
- Managing projects within a multi-disciplinary team on schedule and within budget
- Developing Health & Safety policies and procedures, ensuring they are shared appropriately and respected at all times
What we are looking for in our Exhibitions Workshop Manager:
- Appropriate trade related qualification in a related technical discipline or equivalent experience gained in a workshop environment
- Woodwork and joinery, metalwork, perspex, welding and brazing skills
- Communicates in a straightforward manner, demonstrating respect and acting with integrity and impartiality
- Recognises scope of own authority for decision making and empowers team members to make appropriate decisions
- Uses specialist professional//technical expertise and operating knowledge to its fullest extent, where appropriate
Closing date for applications: 1st April 2024
Interviews will take place on: 15th April 2024
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please click apply now to be re-directed to our jobs page where you can access the application method and details for the Exhibtions Workshop Manager role. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
I am recruiting an interim Head of Finance for one of my very well known London based not for profit clients in the Arts sector.
They are looking for someone who can sit between the Director of Finance and the rest of the division, managing the finance team and overseeing day to day operations across the Finance function.
You will have 3 direct reports and a team of 15 under those 3 - whilst the successful candidate will be able to show a broad skill set across both management accounts and financial accounts, there is a very technically strong interim in place who is taking the lead on all financial accounting tasks.
The below is the crux of the role:
Technical Skills / Professional Qualifications
1. CCAB Qualified Accountant with significant post qualification experience in an arts environment.
2. Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to advise, influence and challenge senior stakeholders on complex financial matters
3. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write complex reports, financial appraisals and business proposals
4. Very strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build excellent working relationships across a complex organisation
5. Ability to manage a team of professional accounts staff
6. An extensive knowledge of IT applications especially Excel
Experience Required
1. Substantial financial and management accounting experience including liaising with budget managers in a large complex commercial organisation
2. Experience of managing professional accounts staff.
3. Outstanding analytical skills and significant experience of project appraisal along with extensive knowledge of Microsoft programmes.
4. Excellent communication skills and an ability to build good working relationships across the organisation
5. An ability to logically analyse task requirements and generate solutions, as well as the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential.
Whilst the above states a qualified accountant is required, QBE is also acceptable.
The finance team are on site two days a week and the role is offered for six to nine months on an interim basis – they use Oracle as a system, but will be moving to SAP next year.
It is essential that you are a great people manager with excellent leadership skills, who can build good, solid working relationships quickly both with the finance team, and budget holders across the organisation.
Interviews will be early next week for this exciting opportunity, so if this is something you would like to hear more about, please drop me a note through ASAP with your updated CV and an indication of:
1. your expected day rate (inside of scope IR35)
2. any notice I would need to take into account for you
3. your availability for interview towards the middle/end of next week
I look forward to hearing from you!
Trinity Community Arts is seeking an experienced and dynamic Producer to collaborate with us and our partners, St Pauls Carnival, Citizens In Power and West of England Combined Authority, on the successful delivery of the 2024/5 Citizens’ Assembly for Culture.
This ground-breaking initiative aims to bring together citizens from across the region to meet with creative practitioners, cultural providers and decision-makers to shape the future of a cultural delivery plan for the region.
The Citizens' Assembly Producer is a pivotal role that will successfully plan and oversee the delivery of the Assembly, drive a programme of engagement activities and events and work with the project partners to embed the methodology across the region to enable the planning and delivery of future citizens’ assemblies.
We recognise that this role is likely to be suited to candidates with either:
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experience of producing large participatory projects in or around the creative and cultural sectors; or
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experience of working on citizens’ assemblies or other forms of deliberative or participatory democracy
How to apply:
- Download and read the recruitment pack
- Send a completed application pack to the email address provided
- Complete our Equal Ops form
Please note we do not accept CV applications.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a senior Philanthropy leader with a passion for the piano, ready to take on a unique and ambitious new role?
Leeds International Piano Competition is one of the world's most celebrated music events and has launched the careers of some of the greatest pianists of our time. 'The Leeds' is regarded as a trailblazer for music competitions, among the top three piano competitions in the world.
This Director of Development opportunity is the charity's first philanthropic role of its kind. Spearheading a groundbreaking new approach to income generation, you'll help to secure the future and sustainability of an organisation with a rich and vibrant history.
Salary: £75k pro rata, open to full or part-time
Location: Leeds, London or remote
Benefits: Flexible appointment and terms can be negotiated
Culture: Life and family-friendly, open to suggested working patterns
We are able to consider candidates on either an employed or consultancy contract basis.
About the opportunity
'The Leeds' does things differently. They're a pioneering organisation when it comes to environmental sustainability (aiming to be the world's first carbon neutral piano competition by 2024) and proactively working towards greater gender equality for women.
Following a comprehensive independent review in 2023, LIPC has developed an evidence-based case for support which aims to build a £10m endowment over the next 5-10 years and diversify income streams to raise the £2.5m funding for the core costs of a 3-year programme. It's anticipated that funding will come from philanthropists in Yorkshire, London and the global piano-loving community, particularly in East Asia (Hong Kong/ Singapore) and potentially in the US.
About the role
As Director of Development, you'll provide inspirational leadership to enable and empower LIPC to develop strategic philanthropic relationships, both here in the UK and internationally.
Key tasks on your agenda will include:
* Propose and implement agreed fundraising strategy for the future endowment campaign and triennial operating costs.
* Build strong relationships with the key stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Establish personal credibility and working relationships with executive team and Trustees.
* Work closely with the Development Committee to approach and secure existing and potential new donors.
* Provide leadership and pastoral support to a Fundraising Manager and continue to build fundraising skills for the core team.
About you
You're a confident and highly-skilled philanthropy professional with a personal track-record securing high-value gifts at seven figures, working with both major donors and trusts and foundations.
You elegantly and effectively balance strategic thinking with operational hands-on fundraising, and you still get a kick from 'doing the doing'. Adept at managing and stewarding complex relationships with stakeholders and funders, you bring people together towards a shared vision and common goals.
We're looking for a talented and nurturing leader, who works with emotional intelligence and nuance when it comes to collaboration with individuals and teams at all levels.
We'll need you to be able to demonstrate and articulate a passion for the piano and the power of music to transform lives. If you are feeling inspired and motivated by what you've read, then we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send a copy of your profile or CV in the first instance to Amelia Lee at Charity People.
Deadline: 9am on Thursday 5th April
Interview: dates to be confirmed
We would encourage you to make contact as soon as possible if you are interested.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Are you an experienced Junior Content and Graphic Designer looking for your next challenge?
Do you want to work for an exciting social change organisation with the mission of enabling people, places and the planet to flourish?
With our new Design for Life strategy we are embarking on the next chapter in our 260 years’ strong history of social impact, with a range of interventions to unite people and ideas to turn world changing ideas into world changing actions.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a new Junior Content and Graphic Designer to help us achieve real impact by delivering compelling campaigns through the creation of impactful design concepts, assets and multi-media content for marketing projects across a variety of channels and outputs including digital, social, experiential, offline, mixed media and beyond.
This role is based at RSA House in central London for at least three days per week, with hybrid flexibility for the remaining days.
About You
What we look for in a successful Junior Content and Graphic Designer candidate:
- Strong proven graphic design skills and relevant experience in applying creating design solutions within a business environment and across digital and traditional channels.
- Experience in providing content for different audiences that will work across digital and traditional channels.
- A detailed working knowledge of: Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Acrobat, and an understanding of using PowerPoint.
- Hands on experience in creating and editing video and creating illustrations and animations both freehand using relevant software
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and experience of working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
To find out more about this role, please download our job description here.
Apply
In order to apply, please click ‘apply for this job’ on our recruitment page and submit your CV. You will also be required to answer a series of questions and provide a link to your portfolio/design work. You do not need to submit a cover letter.
Please submit your application through the RSA website. We cannot accept applications via email. All applications will receive an automated response.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9:00am 2 April 2024. However, screening and interviews will be ongoing, so we may close the vacancy early if sufficient exceptional candidates apply. Please get your application in as soon as possible.
Please note that we cannot accept late, incomplete applications, and we can only consider candidates who apply through the online application process.
Inclusion Statement
As a social change organisation, we believe everyone, regardless of visible or invisible difference, should be welcomed to participate in creating a better future.
We aspire to maximum inclusion in our work and endeavour to challenge systemic inequity and all forms of discrimination. We therefore welcome applications from everybody who is committed to our vision and values and can demonstrate the skills, competencies and experience required for the role applied for.
About Us
We are the RSA. The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce. Where world-leading ideas are turned into world-changing actions. We’re committed to a world that is resilient, rebalanced and regenerative, where everyone can fulfil their potential.
The RSA has been at the forefront of significant social impact for over 260 years. Our proven change process, rigorous research, innovative ideas platforms and unique global network of changemakers, work collectively to enable people, places and the planet to flourish.
We invite you to be part of this change. Join our community. Together, we’ll unite people and ideas in collective action to create opportunities to regenerate our world.
We offer great benefits, including 29 days holiday (plus bank holidays), additional wellbeing allowance, free fellowship throughout employment and lots more!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Drawing School, an independent, not-for-profit charity founded by HM The King and artist Catherine Goodman, aims to raise the standard and profile of drawing through teaching and practice. It is one of the few institutions in the world offering in-depth quality observational drawing tuition for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
The School is looking to appoint a full time Executive Assistant to provide efficient and effective executive, project and administrative support to the Director’s office – specifically the Principal and Founding Artistic Director. The role of the Executive Assistant is to ensure the School’s educational priorities are dealt with in a joint up, timely and sensitive manner, applying discretion and judgement as required.
In this role you will serve as the all-around gatekeeper to the busy Director’s office - building excellent rapport and close working relations with all stakeholders whilst strategically managing the Principal and Founding Artistic Director’s time with respect to priorities, goals, and objectives. With at least 4 years executive assistance experience, you will need to be a calm, friendly, confident, proactive self-starter with experience of dealing with high profile organisation and stakeholders. High levels of professionalism, excellent organisation, communication and problem solving skills and maintaining confidentiality and discretion is a must.
The Royal Drawing School is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.To apply, please go to the Royal Drawing School website’s job page and complete the simple application form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is excited to be partnering with Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in the search for a permanent Head of Development. This is a critical role to strategically lead development for the whole organisation and there could not be a more compelling time to join.
Pitzhanger Manor is the Grade 1 listed country home of renowned British architect Sir John Soane, designed and built by Soane 1800-1804 in what was then rural Ealing, West London. It reopened to the public in 2019 following an award-winning £12m HLF and ACE-supported conservation project. Today it stages an ambitious programme of contemporary exhibitions ranging from Anish Kapoor and Es Devlin to Rana Begum and Idris Khan, alongside a public programme of events, learning & outreach activities.
The Head of Development will lead the fundraising and development strategy for the Manor and its contemporary art Gallery. Sitting on the Senior Management Team, you will play a crucial role in building on Pitzhanger’s past successes and existing fundraising relationships to create new opportunities. You will, as Head of Development, develop the income strategy that will include trusts and foundations, corporates, individuals, and broader public fundraising campaigns. The department also manages the Patrons’ and Members’ schemes.
The selected candidate will be inspired by the opportunity to work in a new, entrepreneurial fundraising environment where your input will not only make a real difference, it will define fundraising for the organisation for the future. The Pitzhanger team is passionate about heritage and the arts and their potential to create a really positive impact within its diverse communities. You will have excellent communication skills and experience across trusts and individual fundraising and be ready to act on new opportunities and funding plans as they emerge in the fast-moving arts and heritage space. You will be motivated by the opportunity to support Pitzhanger’s mission to inspire its communities with art, architecture and design.
The Pitzhanger team are happy to appoint a talented Manager with extensive fundraising experience to transition up and into this leadership position. If that sounds like you, please get in touch!
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.
If you are interested in applying to this Head of Development position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.