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Severn Arts is an ambitious, evolving arts charity and one of the national Music Hubs for Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We are looking for people who want to ensure the creative sector flourishes, and that the value of the arts is recognised as a contributor to society, and to creating confident, empowered communities.
In our new Chief Executive, we seek a leader with the experience and ambition to build on the momentum we have, to strengthen organisational resilience, grow audiences and foster relationships with partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will work with the Senior Leadership Team as we embark on a new 3-year Business Plan cycle to design and implement innovative and creative strategies that align with our strategic aims.
The new Chief Executive will be instrumental in advocating for the work we do, growing the business, and promoting the opportunities Severn Arts brings to children and young people and the wider community of Worcestershire.
Severn Arts has been through significant transformational change since its inception and has accomplished a great deal through diversifying into large-scale project delivery, community engagement and music projects aimed at providing access for all to high-quality experiences that are sustainable and life-affirming. We are in year two of a new three-year business plan period and the potential to grow our offer and increase our impact is great. Joining at this time in our history would enable the right candidate to have significant influence in taking the charity forward.
Main purpose of the role: To provide leadership to the organisation working with the Senior Leadership Team to develop, deliver and evaluate our agreed strategic business plan; promote growth and sustainability, and foster a positive, inspiring work environment that empowers our teams to deliver our vision and goals.
- Lead the charity’s vision, values and strategic direction working closely with Trustees to ensure a resilient, ambitious organisation that connects communities through creative endeavour and engagement.
- Support the Chair of Trustees to ensure that the Board and sub committees are equipped and informed, enabling effective and appropriate governance.
- Drive the successful development of income generation through successful fundraising and partnership development to ensure Severn Arts' sustainability.
- Work with and support the Director of Operations and Resources to develop and implement an informed financial plan and be accountable for the annual budget.
- Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders locally, regionally, and nationally and be an ambassador and spokesperson for the organisation.
- Work and negotiate with strategic funding partners to ensure that outcomes and KPIs are aligned and delivered for the benefit of our audiences and users and for the long-term sustainability of Severn Arts.
- Provide leadership across the organisation and ensure Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access is embedded into all aspects of our work, team, and offer.
- Ensure a joined up, supportive working environment that sets out clear values, encourages creativity and contributions from everyone and enables the staff team, volunteers and our Board to flourish and thrive.
- Overall responsibility for adherence to all company policies and working practices.
This post is subject to a criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Severn Arts, we are passionate about the power of creativity to transform and enrich lives.
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Ready for something new?
We are looking for people with great energy and motivation to join our Short Breaks service which offers a chance for young people with an additional need/ disability to have fun and a break from daily routines, and helps families to enjoy quality time, local activities, and connections with others.
2 x CYP Coordinator- Short Breaks- 30 hours- Ashford and Swale, Canterbury and Thanet
Our holiday and weekend activities give parents and carers a break while providing participants a safe, welcoming space to have fun and receive the care they need. Our coordinators plan, arrange and deliver a programme of activities shaped around the needs of the young people, making the most of local opportunities, from heritage sites and outdoor adventures, to sports, arts and crafts, cooking, and team challenges. These sessions help children build friendships, grow in confidence, and express themselves in a fun, supportive space.
1 x CYP Coordinator- Short Breaks Family Days- 30 hours- Kent wide
Family days bring families together to create special memories and enjoy time with others who share similar experiences. The coordinator develops and facilitates activity days which involve the whole family and provide opportunities to build friendships and connections with others. Activities take place at outdoor centres, local heritage sites and museums, as well as organised beach days and community centre-based workshops and activities.
Applicants should have relevant experience of working or volunteering with children and young people in education, health or social care, and have exceptional organisation and communication skills.
The roles are 30 hours per week, working Wednesday to Saturday. In school holiday periods, more activities take place on weekdays (instead of Saturdays), so flexibility is needed.
It’s essential that applicants have their own car and are willing to drive a minibus (full training provided).
Do a job that is amazing!
We offer our employees:
· Inclusive values-based environment
· Competitive remuneration package
· Workplace pension scheme
· Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
· Carers leave
· Opportunities for hybrid working
· Benenden Health Care
· Death in Service Benefit
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme
· Development opportunities
· and more
Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.
Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.
Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.
Imago provides support and opportunities to people, families, and communities across Kent, East Sussex, Medway and South London


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We are recruiting for a new general manager post.
Our General Manager will be a key member of Different Planet Arts small staff team. Working closely with the Artistic Director and the Board of Trustees as part of the Senior Management Team, you will manage and organise operational support for Different Planet arts programme, ensuring we provide an excellent service to our participants, partners and audiences. This role is suitable for someone building a career in operations.
We are looking for someone who can maintain and provide the right systems and structures to enable others to lead and create our arts projects, and provide ongoing, efficient admin support. You will manage and be responsible for our systems and processes for financial administration, fundraising, governance procedures and processes, monitoring and keeping the Different Planet Arts office running day-to-day as an administrative hub. You will work closely with our treasurer (who is responsible for creating quarterly Management Accounts.)
This is an ideal role for someone with strong administrative or company management experience who wants to help shape the culture and infrastructure of our much loved award winning inclusive theatre company.
Please see the general manager job description and application forms enclosed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Full time post (40 hours) but with the flexibility to work between 30 - 40 hours depending on the candidate and agreement about job description priorities. Hybrid working is available by mutual agreement.
We are looking for a Head of Finance to join our theatre Finance Team, to oversee the department and be responsible for the charity's financial management and reporting.
Exprience of charity finance would be beneficial but not essential. More important will be a desire to work in the charity and arts sector and be part of the senior team at this renowned and well-respected regional theatre.
Deadline for receipt of applications is Monday 23 March 2026 at 10am.
For further details, including a full job description, requirements for the role and how to apply, please visit the vacancies page of our website at the link provided.
The New Vic is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applicants from all sections of the community, particularly applicants under-represented across the arts workforce, including but not limited to, applicants with a disability, applicants who are LGBTQIA+, or applicants of African or Caribbean heritage, South, East and South-East Asian heritage or anyone who experiences racism.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lighthouse, Poole is seeking an exceptional and experienced Head of Development to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the UK’s largest and most ambitious regional arts centres.
This is a senior leadership position for a dynamic fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income from a wide range of sources, including major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partnerships. You will be passionate about the power and impact of the arts and confident in championing Lighthouse’s vision to supporters, partners and stakeholders at the highest level.
Building on the significant success of the Development team to date, you will lead the delivery of an established and ambitious fundraising strategy, ensuring the charity meets challenging financial targets that underpin its long-term sustainability and strategic ambitions.
As a confident and persuasive communicator, you will build trusted relationships both internally and externally, inspiring colleagues, donors and partners alike.
Managing and developing a small team, the Head of Development is a key member of Lighthouse’s senior management team, contributing strategically to the organisation’s overall leadership and future direction.
Salary: £55,000.00 Full-time permanent. (part time considered)
Closing date: Monday 9th March 12 noon.
1st Interview 20th March (online), 2nd Interview 27th March (in person).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chichester Festival Theatre has a strong track record of building long-term relationships with both local and national trusts, securing essential investment across areas including arts engagement, mental health, dementia care, education, heritage, inclusion and access.
With an established and credible trust base already in place, this role will be responsible for identifying new opportunities for growth, writing compelling bids and ensuring excellent stewardship of existing funders. Working closely with the Development Director and wider Development team, the postholder will help strengthen and expand CFT’s Trusts & Foundations portfolio, contributing directly to the theatre’s long-term financial sustainability and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify new Trusts & Foundations to build a strong funding pipeline.Write compelling, tailored funding applications
- Coordinate with internal departments to shape high‑quality, evidence‑based proposals.
- Track application progress, deadlines and reporting schedules.
- Provide outstanding stewardship to existing funders through reports, evaluations and updates.
- Manage invitations to cultivation events, press nights and project visits.
- Cultivate new prospects through Development Committee and trustee networks as well as proactive outreach.
- Process payments, receipts and acknowledgements via Spektrix.
- Work with Finance to reconcile restricted income.
- Attend supporter events, press nights and cultivation events as required (including evenings/weekends).
- Manage and oversee excellent trust administration.
- Contribute to annual Trusts strategy alongside the Development Director.
Essential Criteria
- Experience writing successful five and six figure bids.
- Strong relationship‑building skills with trustees and funders.
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and reporting requirements.
- Strong written communication skills adaptable for different funders.
- Proactive and collaborative approach.
- Ability to manage a minimum annual Trust income target of c£250,000.
- Understanding of impact reporting/evaluation.
- Desirable Criteria
- Experience in the arts or charity sector.
- Knowledge of Spektrix or similar CRM systems.
- Experience stewarding funders via events or project visits.
Please visit our website for full details.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Organisation: Museums Association
Salary: £32,313 per annum (FTE £43,084)
Contract: Permanent, part-time. 22.5 hours per week across 3 days (0.75 FTE). As a progressive employer, the MA offers contracts based on reduced and compressed hours where a full-time contract is 30 hours per week, Monday-Thursday.
Location: Hybrid working – all staff are expected to attend office days twice per month (typically in London)
Closing date: 11.59pm on Sunday 12 April 2026
Interviews: Online w/c Monday 27 April 2026
The Museums Association (MA) is seeking a part time Policy Officer to play a leading role in developing our policy and campaigns work.
In this exciting role you will have the opportunity to deliver admin support for our campaigns and policy, including Museums Change Lives, Museums and Climate Justice, Decolonising Museums, and anti-racism. You will support committees and stakeholders, help to draft policy papers and support the development and delivery of communication and dissemination plans. You will also have the opportunity to draft impactful content for our website, events and online learning, and respond to information requests to ensure that we deliver for our membership and the wider sector.
You will support and work closely with the MA’s policy and ethics lead, including delivering advocacy across the UK nations and have opportunity to develop a role in campaign areas where you have experience and/or interest.
The ideal candidate will have excellent administration and communication skills; knowledge of the policy-making process in the UK; the ability to research and write accessible, clear policy content for a range of audiences; an enthusiasm for museums and the positive difference that they can make working in partnership with their communities; and will be able to manage multiple individual pieces of work.
The MA is a dynamic and campaigning membership organisation with a mission to inspire museums to changes lives. We have a strong vision and values and a bold business plan. Joining us is an excellent opportunity to work for a vibrant and inclusive organisation and be part of a friendly and enthusiastic team.
The closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday 12 April 2026
Please see the job pack which includes the person specification and information on how to apply.
Interviews will be held on online w/c Monday 27 April 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Be the spark that turns creativity into impact.
Help Age Exchange grow arts & heritage programmes that change lives in social care.
Age Exchange—embedded in social care and powered by the arts—is hiring a Business Development Manager to ignite partnerships and funding that deliver innovative programmes across the UK. If you come from museums, galleries, archives or cultural organisations and can spot opportunities, craft compelling bids and open doors fast, this is your stage. Lead the growth of projects that boost health, wellbeing, learning and social connection—so creativity reaches the people who need it most.
The role will require someone who can work from our head office in Blackheath and the role will include some national travel as and when required so the ideal candidate will be based within an hours commute of the Community Hub in Blackheath, London.
What is The Deal for you?
- Flexibility! You will be working 35 hours per week over 5 days with some weekend work.
- Location: You need to be based within a commutable distance to our Community Hub in Blackheath, London.
- Benefits: retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app
- Best Lives Possible: You'll be working for an award winning charity who is passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives possible
- Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people!
- Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life
This role will design and secure a portfolio of national and local strategically aligned, market-relevant and impactful programmes which use arts, culture and creativity to achieve a positive impact on our target audiences. These programmes will empower the health, wellbeing, learning, social mobility and social connection of people supported by Age Exchange and Community Integrated Care. The role holder will play an essential role in leading the growth, reach and sustainability of Age Exchange by generating funding and commercial revenue and new partnerships.
What You'll do (list not exhaustive):
- Win funding & partnerships that fuel our programmes and core costs—trusts & foundations, corporates/sponsorships, individual giving, and earned income.
- Build and manage a high-quality pipeline—prospect, cultivate, write compelling bids/proposals, negotiate, and steward partners.
- Collaborate across the delivery team—aligning with colleagues so proposed projects and tenders are fundable, impactful, and on-brand.
- Report outcomes & learn—own quarterly KPI reporting and iterate approaches to hit clear income and partnership targets.
Our ideal Candidate:
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
- Proven success in bid writing and securing projects/tenders of £250k+.
- Strong experience in fundraising, commercial development, and project management within a funded environment.
- Creative thinker with the ability to design innovative programmes aligned to strategic objectives.
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with experience engaging stakeholders at senior levels.
- Skilled communicator and presenter, able to craft compelling proposals and pitches.
- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
- Bring proven success in the arts or heritage sector (e.g., museums, galleries, performing arts, creative health, community arts) with a track record of securing grants and/or sponsorships.
- Are a confident storyteller and bid writer who can turn creative ideas into fundable, strategically aligned propositions.
Why join us ?
- Be part of a nationally recognised charity making a real difference in people’s lives.
- Lead ground-breaking projects that combine creativity and social impact.
- Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Success in this role means:
- Meeting funding and growth targets.
- Delivering a diverse portfolio of innovative programmes.
- Enhancing the charity’s profile through impactful projects and partnerships.
Ready to make a difference ?
Apply now and help us shape a future where arts and creativity empower communities across the UK.
Please note, if you are interested in this role, we welcome your application as soon as possible! Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the expected advertising end date.
We’re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level.
In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of +34.
The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones – and a score of +34 is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations.
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Role
Pitzhanger is seeking a dynamic & highly motivated Event Marketing Executive, responsible for developing and delivering the Private Hire marketing plan for Pitzhanger’s unique and elegant spaces. This is a project-based role, supporting the development of our Private Hire business, which is anticipated to run until 31 May 2028. The role will involve targeting new business, identifying potential clients, developing relationships, and growing Pitzhanger’s Private Hire income. You will have proven experience in designing and delivering marketing activity across multiple platforms including websites, print, digital and social as well as the curation of onsite promotional events.
Key Responsibilities
· Oversee the implementation and development of Pitzhanger’s private hire marketing plan and reporting its success and challenges.
· Innovatively promote Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery through external marketing channels and evaluate the ROI for each activity.
· Shape, implement, monitor and adapt the annual plan for the branding and marketing of events from web, print and social media in agreed formats to promote Pitzhanger’s brand and to successfully grow the venue hire business in line with targets; to oversee and monitor marketing and sales platforms; to secure photography of events for use in marketing.
· Actively sell Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery’s venue spaces for private, corporate, and public events to achieve financial targets.
· Support the Senior Event Manager in developing and implementing a sales strategy to maximize revenue from venue hire.
· Work collaboratively with the Communications Manager when developing promotional materials and campaigns for venue hire.
· Actively seek out new markets and opportunities for business growth.
· Build and maintain relationships with event agencies, party planners, corporate clients, and individuals to increase bookings.
· Accurately maintain and grow a client database by recording all customer profiles and booking information.
· Convert reactive enquiries into confirmed revenue through effective negotiation, timely proposals, and innovative selling techniques.
· Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring terms and conditions are clear, and expectations are aligned.
· Represent Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery at exhibitions, trade associations, and other events as appropriate.
· Ensure the highest standard of customer service, maintaining Pitzhanger’s reputation as a top venue in West London.
· Track and report on promotional and sales performance, maintaining records of enquiries, bookings, and financial performance.
· Set up appropriate systems processes for monitoring sales success.
· Managing careful handover of booked clients to the Events Management team.
Person Specification
· Proven sales-based marketing experience, ideally within the events industry and/or arts and heritage sector.
· Experienced background in marketing, skilled in working across social media platforms, production of content, development of print materials and sales copywriting
· Proven experience in delivering proactive and reactive sales within a venue, preferably in corporate, cultural or arts-related settings.
· Proven ability to work towards financial targets, delivering high-quality outcomes within tight deadlines.
· Strong negotiation skills with the ability to inspire customer trust and confidence.
· Strong understanding of the events industry, knowledge of the London venue hire market, particularly within heritage or cultural venues (desirable).
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
· Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple enquiries and stakeholders simultaneously.
· Self-motivated with a proactive approach to achieving targets and driving revenue.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
· Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work outside normal office hours as required and arranged
· A team player with a positive, solution-focused attitude.
· Passionate about heritage, arts, and culture, with an understanding of Pitzhanger's unique position within the sector
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of sales-based marketing experience, preferably in a venue
- Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in CRM systems and standard office applications (Excel, Word etc)
- Social media and marketing experience, particularly in reporting on campaigns.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet sales targets.
- Networking exposure with a track record of building strong client relationships.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work in one of London’s most historic and unique venues.
- A creative and supportive work environment.
- Discounts in the Cafe, shop and Pitzhanger’s events programme
· 5% Pension plan contribution.
To Apply
Submit a CV and covering letter (max.400 words) summarising how your skills and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role by 12pm, Wednesday 11 March 2026.
We try to answer all applications, however If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, then we regret that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid (London-based)
Contract: Full-time
Salary: up to £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
We’re seeking an experienced, motivated Programme Manager with a passion for music and culture, and the confidence to drive projects forward in a small, collaborative team.
This is an exciting time to join CDR as we grow nationally and you will play a pivotal role in shaping and scaling three of our core programmes at a time of real momentum.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in delivering music education programmes, be highly organised, and proactive.
CDR is an organisation committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do, from our programmes to our hiring practices. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black people and others who are currently underrepresented in the music and cultural industry.
About CDR
CDR is a community-first music organisation working towards an equitable music industry for producers and artists. Founded in 2002, we have a 20-year track record of nurturing independent music makers and pushing UK electronic music forward.
We connect education with modern music culture, empowering people to create new music, define their sound, and release music on their own terms. Our programmes span schools, youth centres, grassroots venues and international collaborations — from Newham to Nairobi.
As a Black-led, London-based National Portfolio Organisation (Arts Council England), we are building the CDR Pathway: a cohesive journey that unlocks creativity in people at a young age and supports them to develop their creative practice throughout their lives.
This is an exciting time to join CDR: after recently becoming an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation, we are rapidly growing our projects around the country. Building on 20 years of heritage in the UK underground music scene, there is a significant opportunity to push on further and grow CDR’s profile to establish ourselves as a leading music and education organisation nationally.
The Programmes You’ll Lead
Music Producer Club (MPC) – digital music-making for young people aged 12–18, delivered in schools, youth centres and online. Taught by ‘producer educators’ - working music producers we train to educate the next generation -, MPC builds creativity, skills and confidence while connecting participants with electronic music culture and the national curriculum.
Process – a development programme for women, non-binary and trans+ music makers. Structured across three strands for different abilities (Create, Define, Release), Process combines workshops, mentoring and masterclasses to build skills, confidence and community for underrepresented producers.
Out The Box (OTB) – hands-on analogue mixing workshops in leading London studios, giving emerging producers practical experience with desks, outboard gear and professional engineers while bridging digital and analogue production techniques.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Management
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Lead planning, scheduling and delivery of MPC, Process and Out The Box programmes and events.
Quality Monitoring & Evaluation
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Collect and analyse participant data, case studies and feedback, and drive solutions in response to pain points.
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Support continuous improvement by feeding programme insights into CDR’s evolving evaluation framework, learning outputs, and communications strategy.
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Ensure safeguarding, risk assessments and health and safety are adhered to across all programmes. Implementing training, good practice and further planning where necessary.
Strategic Development
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Work with senior management to scale and embed programmes nationally.
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Ensure programmes align with and contribute to the CDR Pathway, supporting participants to progress from entry-level engagement to sustained creative practice and professional development.
Person Specification
Essential
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Track record of managing and growing programmes in education, youth, or the arts.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Terms & Benefits
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Full-time, hybrid working with a London office base.
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays + office closure (Christmas week).
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Pension scheme.
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Training and professional development opportunities.
Reports to: CEO
In your cover letter and CV please detail your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Include examples of past projects you have managed the delivery and growth of, highlighting your contributions to their success.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at CDR
CDR is committed to equity and inclusion in everything we do, from our programmes to our hiring practices. We believe a diverse team is essential to a thriving music and cultural industry.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black people and others who are currently underrepresented in the music and cultural industry. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we guarantee equal opportunity regardless of any protected characteristic.
CDR (Create Define Release) is a community-first music organisation working towards an equitable music industry for producers and artists.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Governance Manager
Hours: Part-Time, 3 days per week, 0.6 FTE
Contract: 12-month FTC
Salary: £50,000 per annum, pro rata
Location: King’s Cross, London
Who are we?
Art Fund is the national fundraising charity for art. With over 142,000 members, we are leading the way in pioneering support for an inclusive and welcoming museum and gallery sector across the UK.
We work closely with a network of 900 museums and respond to their needs and aspirations. We're excited to see how they want to develop: to expand and diversify their collections and workforce, develop curatorial skills, make ambitious acquisitions, and create a welcoming, inclusive space for communities. With the support of over 140,000 members who buy a National Art Pass, patrons, and donors we can provide grants, encourage visiting and advocate for museums' essential role and value.
We have diversity, inclusion, and sustainability central to our thinking and the opportunity to be a force for good, galvanise support and help change things for the better inspires our team.
The role
Founded in 1903, Art Fund is a registered charity governed by a Royal Charter that was granted in 1928.
We are seeking a part-time Governance Manager to manage Board and Committee meetings, the recruitment and induction of new Trustees, and to provide governance support and guidance to the Chair, Trustees, Director and senior staff. Working with our legal advisor and other senior staff, the role will ensure Art Fund upholds good governance practices and provides all support necessary to Trustees to enable them to discharge their legal responsibilities.
Our charter and bye-laws were amended in 2024 following a detailed review, and Board and Committee terms of reference updated in 2025. In the coming year we need to review our current governance policies and practice against the updated Charity Governance Code, identifying any gaps, and implementing any agreed actions to strengthen governance in line the updated Code. This role will also play a key supporting role in the development of Art Fund’s new strategy for 2027-2031, including co-ordinating Board input, synthesising feedback, and ensuring strategic discussions are well-evidenced and clearly documented.
This role would suit a dedicated charity professional with experience of governance and working with Boards of Trustees, ideally gained in at least two other settings, who is looking to make a real difference to governance policy and practice within an organisation.
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: 23.59pm on 8 March 2026
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.
Non-UK nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
Please note that any suspected use of AI in relation to answering sift questions will be marked down.
No agencies please.
Role Summary
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Development Co-ordinator to support and strengthen our fundraising and membership function. This role is ideal for a self-starter who excels at administration, enjoys creating efficient processes, and is confident managing projects and working collaboratively across teams.
As Development Coordinator, you’ll be the lynchpin of a friendly, ambitious team at a brilliant arts charity, underpinning and powering our development activity so it can thrive and grow.
You will coordinate multiple fundraising activities, ensuring projects are well planned, timelines are met, and stakeholders are supported with clear information and robust systems.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Administration & Coordination
- Provide high-quality administrative and coordination support to fundraising activity across multiple income streams
- Coordinate meetings, actions, and follow-ups for fundraising projects
- Support the planning and delivery of fundraising events
Project Management
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and task trackers
- Monitor progress against milestones, proactively identifying risks or delays
- Coordinate input from multiple teams to ensure projects stay on track and deadlines are met
- Ensure clear communication, documentation, and handovers throughout project lifecycles
Process Improvement & Systems
- Review and develop efficient administrative and project management processes
- Identify opportunities to streamline systems, reporting, and data management
Cross-Team Collaboration
- Work confidently with colleagues across teams (e.g. finance, communications, engagement) to deliver fundraising activity
- Act as a central point of coordination for shared fundraising activities
- Support collaborative planning and ensure alignment between teams
Reporting & Compliance
- Track income, budgets, and project progress in collaboration with finance colleagues
- Produce regular reports on fundraising performance and project status
Ensure compliance with internal policies, fundraising regulations, and data protection requirements
Core Skills
Essential
- Strong administrative and organisational skills, with experience coordinating projects or complex activities
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- A proactive self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
- Experience developing or improving processes and systems
- Confidence working with multiple teams and stakeholders
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
- Strong IT skills, including databases, spreadsheets, and project tracking tools
· Adaptable and can embrace change.
Desirable
- Experience in a fundraising or not-for-profit environment
- Experience using a CRM or fundraising database
Familiarity with basic project management tools or methodologies
Please submit your CV and covering letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Finance
Arts & Culture Charity
London / Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a dynamic arts and cultural charity with a turnover of approximately £3 million. The organisation plays an important role in supporting artistic practice and cultural dialogue through its programmes, partnerships and public engagement.
This is a key leadership role within a small and collaborative organisation, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the financial foundations of a growing charity. The Head of Finance will take responsibility for the full finance function, ensuring strong financial stewardship while also supporting the strategic direction of the organisation.
The role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on – comfortable operating at board level while also managing the day-to-day financial operations of the charity.
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading the organisation’s finance function and overseeing all financial operations
• Producing accurate and timely management accounts, budgets and forecasts
• Supporting the leadership team and board with financial insight to inform strategic decision making
• Ensuring strong financial controls, governance and compliance across the organisation
• Overseeing budgeting for programmes, projects and operational activity
• Managing cash flow and supporting longer-term financial planning
• Preparing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors
• Developing and improving financial processes, systems and reporting
The organisation is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused finance leader who enjoys working in an entrepreneurial environment and helping organisations build strong financial foundations.
The successful candidate will likely demonstrate:
• A recognised accounting qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience leading finance within a charity, not-for-profit or cultural organisation
• The ability to operate strategically while remaining comfortable being hands-on
• Strong financial stewardship and a commitment to good governance
• A proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach
• The confidence to work closely with senior leadership and trustees
• An interest in the arts and cultural sector
This is an opportunity to play an important role in a values-driven organisation at an exciting stage of its development, helping to ensure strong financial management while supporting the delivery of an ambitious cultural programme.
Please contact Rosemary Pini from Allen Lane for more information
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Digital & Marketing Communications Manager
The Queen’s Reading Room
6 Month Fixed-Term Contract with potential for extension
Hybrid working (Home-based but with regular London travel required and office-working possible)
Salary: £35,000 per annum.
Help us grow a global community of readers.
The Queen’s Reading Room is a charity dedicated to celebrating the transformative power of reading. Inspired by Her Majesty The Queen’s passion for literature, and founded by The Queen in 2023, we connect readers around the world with books, authors and ideas through curated content, grassroots partnerships, innovative neuroscientific research, collaborations and major live events — including The Queen’s Reading Room Festival.
We believe books enrich lives, strengthen communities and support wellbeing. As we continue to grow our international audience and deepen our grassroots impact, we are seeking an exceptional Digital & Marketing Communications Manager to help shape the next chapter of our story.
The Role
This is a hands-on role at the heart of the charity.
You will lead integrated digital, marketing and media activity to grow audiences, drive ticket sales, strengthen brand reputation and amplify our impact. You will play a central role in delivering the marketing and ticketing strategy for The Queen’s Reading Room Festival and other major events, ensuring we meet ambitious audience and revenue targets. You will help convert major media moments into sustained follower and email subscriber growth and be responsible for improving website journeys and sign-up performance, using analytics to drive action.
Alongside commercial growth, you will work closely with our Impact Manager, supporting them to craft compelling stories about the charity’s reach and outcomes — particularly across our growing grassroots partnerships — ensuring our communications clearly demonstrate meaningful and measurable social impact.
This role combines strategic thinking with operational delivery. It would suit a confident, creative communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with senior stakeholders and high-profile partners.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing & Audience Growth
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Lead marketing strategy for The Queen’s Reading Room Festival and other major events, with clear audience and revenue objectives.
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Develop and deliver integrated ticketing campaigns across digital, email, social, media and partner channels.
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Manage ticketing communications and optimise audience conversion journeys.
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Monitor ticket sales in real time and adjust tactics to meet targets.
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Oversee paid marketing activity, including digital advertising and out-of-home placements where appropriate.
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Develop audience segmentation strategies to grow and retain supporters.
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Produce post-campaign and post-event reports with clear insights and recommendations.
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Convert peak media moments into follower growth and email subscriber acquisition.
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Optimise journeys from reach to follow/sign-up (not only ticket purchase).
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Report on follower and subscriber conversion, and recommend actions.
Digital Content & Impact Storytelling
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Lead digital growth strategy across social media, website and email platforms.
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Work with colleagues to plan content calendars aligned to campaigns, publishing milestones and cultural moments.
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Support the Impact Manager to translate data, insights and grassroots partnership outcomes into compelling, accessible stories, case studies and narrative content that clearly articulates the charity’s reach and measurable outcomes.
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Support the Impact Manager by ensuring impact reporting is integrated across digital channels and campaign materials.
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Oversee high-quality multimedia content creation (copy, graphics, short-form video) which supports the narrative of the charity.
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Draft and approve newsletter content distributed to a large database.
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Build and optimise welcome and follow-up journeys for new subscribers.
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Translate insight into prioritised changes across content, journeys and CTAs
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Use analytics to optimise engagement, growth and conversion.
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Own website performance and continuous improvement (UX and sign-up journeys).
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Ensure tracking is in place and use insight to drive action.
Media Relations & Press Office
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Manage day-to-day press office activity, including handling reactive media enquiries.
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Secure proactive media coverage across print, broadcast and digital channels to support campaigns and events.
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Build and maintain strong journalist relationships.
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Draft press releases, Q&As and briefing materials.
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Monitor and evaluate coverage, correcting inaccuracies where necessary and escalating issues appropriately.
Campaigns, Brand & Partnerships
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Develop and deliver integrated communications campaigns with measurable results.
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Ensure consistency of tone of voice and brand across all platforms.
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Build strong working relationships with publishers, literary organisations, cultural institutions and corporate partners to amplify reach.
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Conduct appropriate due diligence on partnerships in collaboration with senior leadership.
About You
We are looking for a strategic and creative communications professional with strong commercial awareness and excellent storytelling skills.
You will bring:
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Significant experience in digital marketing and communications roles.
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Demonstrable experience leading marketing campaigns with ticket sales or revenue targets.
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Experience marketing events, festivals or large-scale cultural programmes.
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A strong track record of social media growth and digital audience development.
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Experience handling media relations and securing coverage.
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The ability to translate data and impact outcomes into compelling public-facing stories.
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Excellent written communication skills and strong editorial judgement.
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Confidence working with stakeholders and external partners.
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Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret marketing and performance data.
You will also be:
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Creative and commercially minded.
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Calm under pressure and solutions-focused.
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
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Discreet and professional when handling sensitive matters.
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Deeply aligned with our mission to promote reading and literacy.
Experience in the charity, publishing, cultural or arts sectors is desirable but not essential. A genuine passion for books and reading is.
Working Arrangements
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Hybrid working, home-based with regular travel to London and the option to work in an office based in London Victoria. Our ideal candidate is based in or around London and must have the right to work in the UK.
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Some evening and weekend work required for major events and festival delivery.
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Occasional UK travel.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to play an important role within a high-profile literary charity with international reach and cultural influence.
You will help shape how we grow our audience, strengthen our reputation and tell the story of our expanding grassroots impact — ensuring more people experience the joy and power of reading.
The charity working to celebrate and promote the power and benefits of reading; founded by Her Majesty Queen Camilla.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Roundhouse:
Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s we’ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities – day in, night out. We’re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills and be part of incredible moments that go down in history
The Role
We are looking for a Youth Worker to join our Youth Work team, working both on the Roundhouse Studios front desk as well as on our youth focussed projects. The role will work across our 7 day provision, with the expectation of regular evening and weekend work, to provide the highest standards of service and support to young people using the Roundhouse Studios.
This will include administrative and front facing duties. You will be responsible for supporting and encouraging a diverse range of young people (in particular those with multiple and complex needs) aged 11-25 to engage in opportunities at the Roundhouse and assist with pastoral support.
About you:
We are looking for a candidate with experience of working alongside young people aged 11-25 years old in informal educational or youth work settings. Candidates should have knowledge and experience of safeguarding young people and be confident in speaking to young people effectively. Alongside this, we require someone that has experience in public facing/front desk roles with strong organisational and communication skills.
We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply.
The successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one due to the nature of the role.
For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click “Apply Now” to complete your application by 01/07/2024.
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Hours: 32 hours per week (excluding breaks)
Salary: £24,417.54 gross per annum. (Pro rata of £30,521.92 per annum)
Application Deadline: Midnight, Sunday 22nd March, 2026
Interviews: Thursday 2nd April, 2026
Benefits:
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25 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays pro rata, increasing after 2 years service up to 30 days
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Ability to buy up to 3 days annual leave
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Pension scheme
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Cycle to Work, Tech and Home Scheme
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Season Ticket Loan
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Health Cash Plan
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Group Life Assurance
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Staff discount at our bar and café
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Complimentary staff tickets
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Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
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Staff networks, forms and social groups
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Since the 1960s we've opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities - day in, night out



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.