Community Post Type: Jobs

Arts Council England are looking for an Officer, Estates and Facilities to strengthen their team based at their head office in Manchester in recognition of the importance of providing their employees with a high standard of office environment to work in that is safe, comfortable and well equipped where employees are welcomed and supported.

Based in Manchester, your work will support their North Area offices – Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle so the role will include some work-related travel.

You will engage with office users locally and from across the organisation, building management representatives, suppliers and contractors and external visitors ensuring a professional service and strong relationships. You will also be responsible for the sign-off and control of the reactive and planned works budgets, in line with the overall building budget and deputise for the Senior Facilities Manager where appropriate, ensuring essential facilities updates are communicated clearly to local teams and relevant national colleagues.

For more details and to apply, visit here

Closing date: 19 October

Without Walls is seeking an Evaluation and Data Manager to manage the delivery of robust data collection and evaluation frameworks across Without Walls’ programmes and activities.

A new role for Without Walls, the Evaluation and Data Manager will manage the delivery of robust data collection and evaluation frameworks across Without Walls’ programmes and activities.

Working across the organisation, the post holder will ensure that qualitative and quantitative data gathered from festival partners, artists, participants and audiences is consistently collected, well managed, and used to understand and monitor the impact of Without Walls’ work.

The role follows a review of Without Walls’ evaluation practice carried out by an independent evaluation consultant, who is designing a new organisation-wide evaluation framework, methodology and toolkit for the 2027-2032 period. The post holder will take ownership of this framework once handed over, embedding it across the organisation and ensuring it is used consistently and effectively on an ongoing basis.

The post holder will develop a robust evidence base to support organisational learning and strategic decision-making, contribute to funder and statutory reporting requirements, and provide robust evidence of the value of outdoor arts to support the organisation’s advocacy with funders, policy makers and other stakeholders.

KEY INFORMATION

Duration: Permanent
Salary: £27,000 – £31,000 (pro rata)
Hours of work: 0.4 FTE (equivalent to two days per week, or 15 hours based on a 37.5-hour full-time week). Working pattern to be agreed, with some flexibility.
Based: Manchester, including some hybrid working
Reports to: Head of Festival Partnerships
Closing date: Tuesday 17 November at 12pm (midday)

This role would suit someone at an early point of their career in data or evaluation, as well as those with more experience. We are looking for the right skills, curiosity and attitude rather than a set number of years in a similar role. This experience could come from paid work, voluntary work, study, placements or personal projects. Full training and support will be provided, including on our evaluation framework, CRM system and data protection policies.

Experience and Knowledge
Essential
● Experience of working with information and data (for example, spreadsheets or evaluation forms), and a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
● Good written and verbal communication skills, with experience of explaining information clearly to different audiences.
● Experience or knowledge of how data can be used to understand and improve the impact of a programme or organisation.
● An awareness of the importance of data protection and confidentiality when handling personal information.
Desirable
● Experience of using databases or CRM systems.
● Experience of producing reports and presentations for different audiences.
● Experience or interest in the arts, culture or outdoor arts.
● Knowledge of Arts Council England or the public funding landscape.
Personal Competencies
● Has an ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
● Methodical and organised approach to work.
● Has open two-way discussions with others, shares information, and actively responds to suggestions.
● Shows flexibility and a positive attitude.
● Focuses on team contribution to achieving plans.
● Has an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

For more information, including how to apply, please look at the job pack on our website here: https://withoutwalls.uk.com/we-are-recruiting-for-an-evaluation-and-data-manager/

Relationship Manager, New Technology & Innovation – would suit someone who is passionate and knowledgeable about the arts and cultural sector, with either experience of digital arts, increasing digital and/or data skills, or digital inclusion.

Digital Arts is the first new artform Arts Council England has introduced in decades, and the first time anywhere in the world that a public arts funder has taken this step. At its core, Digital Arts is creative practice where digital technology fundamentally shapes how work is conceived, made, and experienced.

This is a busy and exciting time to join as we undertake the significant National Portfolio Investment Programme. This post will be a key part in supporting the north team over the assessment process, with the opportunity to contribute your expertise and develop your understanding of Arts Council grant-making.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 26 October

Open Eye Gallery works to create, share and champion photography as a way to communicate, collaborate and learn. They’re one of the leading photography organisations nationally, and they’re growing fast.

They’re actively rethinking what a contemporary gallery can be. they produce exhibitions, long-term social collaborative projects, publications, and university courses, locally, nationally and internationally.

They welcome over 65,000 visitors to their gallery every year, over 450,000 to projects in other venues, and more to their online spaces. They proactively take risks to spark crucial conversations and enable creative expression.

Their scale allows them to be fleet and innovative, and their partnership model enables us to be responsive and expansive, so they consistently punch above their weight.

They work with people to push for social change. Bringing different voices, photographers and communities together, they establish projects where the collaborative process is just as important as the final product.

Their programme begins with people—with local, regional and international communities — and it is built around the agency of photographs and photographers.

Their international presence is burgeoning. Expanding on relationships established during 2023’s EuroFestival, when their project HOME created the largest exhibition of Ukrainian photography in the UK across Liverpool City Region. We then took this exhibition on a national tour, culminating in the UK Parliament. An expanded version is currently showing across Preus Museum (Norway’s National Museum for Photography). We have continued our Eastern and Central European focus with projects such as No Iconic Images and Self-Defined further developing this highly relevant strand of our programming.

They act and communicate in a way that is generous, nurturing and friendly. They want everyone to make themselves at home in our spaces and feel comfortable using them. They seek to include, always.

As much as possible, their staff, space, online channels and networks are open and free for people to use. Their open processes and platforms make it easy to contribute to and co-author their programme.

They work with local residents and international partners to support representation, empathy and inclusivity. They fully aim to reflect our values, building a unique programme that explores themes of social cohesion, climate justice and cultural parity, always learning as they do so.

The Operations Manager (Job Share) divides the following responsibilities from the full-time position.

The Operations Managers will hold responsibility for the overall day-to-day operational administration including human resources, building maintenance, health and safety and team coordination. Working closely with the Finance Manager, who has responsibility for the management accounts, and the Operations and Programme Assistant, you will also process day-to-day financial transactions.

– Overall responsibility for ensuring that the building is well maintained and has the appropriate safety and security provision, acting as primary key holder.
– Working with the Deputy Director, deliver HR administration including coordinating recruitment, contracts and agreements, and maintain up-to-date employee and volunteer handbooks, induction procedures and other HR documents in line with legislative and best practice requirements.
– To recruit and manage Open Eye Gallery’s volunteer and placement programme adhering to best practice.
– To support the Executive Director in their role as Company Secretary, to ensure that all legal responsibilities are met with regard to charity, and company legislation.
– To take responsibility for day-to-day financial data entry and processing agreed accounts payable and receivable, maintaining records for all transactions.

To apply, please submit the following information to jobs@openeye.org.uk:

1. Your CV
2. A one-page cover letter detailing any relevant experience in relation to the Job Description.
Please also fill out our anonymous Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form online: https://forms.gle/wfpDigRjFLs5Ykr9A

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal chat, please contact Alex Sheen on alex@openeye.org.uk or 0151 2366768.

They strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we fully recognise the value of a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. They are particularly keen to hear from people of colour, and those living with disabilities.
Please let us know in your application email if you have any access requirements.

Closing Date: Sunday 8 November at midnight
In-person Interviews: Monday 16 November

For more details, please refer to https://openeye.org.uk/operations-manager-share/.

Liverpool Philharmnic are seeking an exceptional Director of Artistic Programme and Planning to shape the future artistic life of their Orchestra, Choir and ensembles.

Working closely with their Chief Executive, musicians, titled and guest conductors, artistic planning colleagues and the wider Executive Team, the postholder will lead an ambitious, coherent and financially sustainable strategy for concert programming, commissions, recordings, broadcast, tours, residencies and partnerships.

They are looking for a collaborative, imaginative, internationally connected and financially astute leader with a deep understanding of classical music, programming experience within an orchestral context, and the vision and practical judgement to engage audiences in Liverpool and beyond while strengthening their national and international profile.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 6 November

Liverpool Philharmonic are looking for a Concert Manager, on a Fixed Term, Maternity Cover Contract (up to 12 months).

You’ll play a key role in planning and delivering performances at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and across the UK.

You’ll coordinate concert arrangements, manage information across teams, welcome artists, support the Chief Conductor and visiting performers, and help deliver a diverse programme of concerts.

If you’re a strong critical thinker who is organised, an great communicator and has experience in a similar role, working with a professional orchestra/musicians and have a good musical knowledge – they’d love to hear from you.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 16 October

Without Walls is a pioneer and trailblazer of exceptional outdoor art in the UK. They forge and spearhead a network of cultural organisations and festivals.

They work in partnership to commission, co-create, and share outdoor art with communities across the country, and ensure onward touring nationally and internationally.

They exist to innovate artistic approach, collaborative working, financial sustainability, and inclusive practice. Working with artists, producers, and presenting partners, we collectively enable the outdoor arts scene to realise its full potential and operate as a global leader in the industry.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Without Walls is seeking an independent consultant, or a consultancy company, to review their existing evaluation methodologies and support the design of a robust, organisation-wide evaluation framework for the period of their five-year plan (2027-2032).

The framework will enable them to capture the learning, successes and impact of their programmes; to inform strategic planning and organisational learning; and to demonstrate the value of outdoor arts to funders, partners and other stakeholders.

This is a short-term, strategic consultancy rather than a delivery or management role.

The appointed consultant will design the framework and tools. Without Walls is recruiting a permanent Evaluation and Data Manager to manage the framework on an ongoing basis. The key deliverable for this project is therefore that the framework can be handed over and operated by that post holder and the wider team.

The appointed consultant will work independently, in close collaboration with the Chief Executive and the Head of Festival Partnerships.

They are looking for an independent consultant, or a consultancy company, to deliver the following:

1. Review
A review of existing Without Walls evaluation materials, including current feedback forms, reports, data collection processes across festival partners, artists, participants and audiences, identifying strengths, gaps and duplication.
2. Evaluation Framework
A robust evaluation framework for measuring the reach, quality and impact of Without Walls’ programmes and activities, aligned to the objectives of the 2027-2032 strategic plan and to our theory of change.
A clear methodology setting out what is measured, how, by whom and at what points in the programme cycle.
3. Tools and Templates
A practical toolkit of template evaluation forms and feedback mechanisms for use with festival partners, artists, and participants.
Guidance enabling the templates and tools to be used consistently across the team.
4. Recommendations
Recommendations on our approach to audience data collection via Arts Council England’s Illuminate platform, including guidance on supporting partners and effectively demonstrating audience reach across the network.
Recommendations on the scope, skills and priorities of the permanent Evaluation and Data Manager role, to inform the post holder’s role and responsibilities.
5. Handover
A handover session with the Without Walls team to introduce the framework, tools and supporting guidance, ensuring the organisation can implement and sustain the approach independently.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Essential
A strong track record of designing evaluation frameworks, ideally for publicly-funded cultural organisations.

Experience of both quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods, and of interpreting and presenting data to a range of audiences.
A practical, collaborative approach, and experience of designing frameworks that can be sustained in-house by small teams.
Ability to work independently and confidence working at a strategic level with senior leadership.
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear documents for a range of audiences.
Desirable
Familiarity with the outdoor arts, live events or broader cultural sector.
Knowledge of Arts Council England’s funding frameworks and NPO reporting requirements, including familiarity with the Illuminate platform.

Please visit Without Walls website https://withoutwalls.uk.com/we-are-recruiting-for-an-evaluation-consultant/ for more details of the role and how to apply. They are expecting applications from both freelancers and consultancy organisations.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with Liverpool’s Royal Court (LRC) to refresh and develop our established Community Engagement & Talent Development work, building on more than 15 years of delivery.

Liverpool’s Royal Court aims to be a cultural home for communities across Liverpool City Region, transforming lives through high-quality, accessible and relevant programmes. We recognise the significant levels of inequality and youth unemployment across the region and are committed to creating opportunities for children, young people and communities to participate, develop skills and thrive.

The role will work with existing partners, young people and communities, while identifying opportunities to develop new relationships with schools, community organisations, youth services, artists and other cultural and educational partners across Liverpool City Region.

Role Title: Community Engagement & Talent Development Consultant
Location: Liverpool’s Royal Court/Liverpool City Region
Fee: £14,000, based on approximately 35–40 consultancy days across the contract period.
Contract Type: Fixed Term mid November 2026 – end March 2027
Closing Date: Friday 31 October 2026, 5pm
Applicant: The role is open to individuals, partnerships and organisations/consortia

TIMELINE
November 2026 – end March 2027: Research, consultation, partnership development and development of recommendations and a future Community Engagement & Talent Development delivery framework.
April 2027 onwards: Pilot and programme delivery
April 2028 onwards: full programme delivery

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Experience designing, developing or delivering participation programmes for young people
• Experience working within or alongside a cultural, arts or theatre organisation
• Proven ability to build and manage partnerships with schools, community organisations, youth services and cultural partners
• Experience working with artists, educators and creative practitioners
• Ability to contribute to the development and strategic planning for participation and engagement programmes
• Experience informing or developing programme strategy based on community need and young people’s voices

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Knowledge of Liverpool City Region, its communities and cultural landscape
• Experience supporting progression pathways into creative careers or vocational training
• Experience co-designing programmes with young people rather than just for them
• Understanding of the theatre-making process and how it can be used as a participation tool

For full role brief, see our website: https://liverpoolsroyalcourt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/LRC-CE-TD-Consultant-Job-Pack-October-2026.pdf

Unity Theatre are looking for a creative, organised and commercially minded Marketing & CRM Manager to lead Unity’s marketing, communications and audience development activity.

You’ll develop and deliver integrated campaigns across digital, social, email, print and PR, while managing their brand and supporting artists, companies and partners to reach audiences. You’ll also take ownership of their CRM and ticketing system, Ticketsolve, using audience data and insight to improve customer journeys, drive ticket sales, memberships, donations and other income.

Working closely with the Front of House and wider team, you’ll ensure communications are accessible, inclusive and customer-focused, while using data, reporting and budget management to continually evaluate and improve our marketing activity.

For more details and to apply, visit here

Closing date: 25 October

Salary: £24,479 per annum, plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.

Location: Manchester. The role will be based at their Manchester office; however, they are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on site contact days with other members if the team, normally 1-2 days a week.

Are you organised, curious, and eager to develop a career in governance, information management, or business administration? Arts Council England is seeking a Governance and Information Team Apprentice to join our team.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Arts Council are committed to building an inclusive employer and workplace and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities they serve. However, you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, they welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council.

If there are any adjustments that would help support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply. If you are disabled Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application, for further information please visit their website at here

Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in their workforce so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 12 October