Community Post Type: Jobs

As a key member of the leadership team at The Reader, this role is responsible for securing the income and building the partnerships that The Reader needs to sustain and grow its work. This role leads the Development Team to achieve their challenging income targets across a diverse income portfolio of grants, commissions, individual, corporate and event fundraising.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who is a well-organised, target-driven leader, who can demonstrate income generation experience and great communication skills. Whether you bring experience from fundraising, public sector commissioning or commercial sales, we’re looking for someone who can spot, shape and secure new opportunities with a range of supporters across a range of sectors. As Head of Development, you’ll need to be a great relationship builder with both internal and external stakeholders, and you’ll also be a translator – able to shape up funding propositions from other people’s ideas, developing compelling narratives to secure support for them.

We’re looking for a collaborative person who has experience working across departments, because you’ll need to build effective relationships with a range of teams to do this job, including within our Shared Reading, Programmes, Evaluation, Social Enterprise, communications and Finance teams.

Person Specification:
– Experience of one or more of: grant funding, philanthropy/high net worth giving, public sector commissioning, corporate fundraising or commercial sales
– Experience of working in or closely with a communications team or ability to show how you might make the most of this opportunity
-Experience working within either voluntary sector; social enterprise sector,
the Arts or NHS/public health sector
– Proven experience of meeting/exceeding financial targets
– Excellent copywriter with the ability to create a strong narrative in proposals
and funding reports
– Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of stakeholders and experience working with partners at senior level
– Excellent leadership and people-management skills with the ability to offer both challenge and support
– Ability to work under pressure, delivering to tight deadlines, manage conflicting priorities and demonstrate high levels of emotional resilience
– Strong budget management skills
– Experience of using a CRM to manage pipeline and stakeholder management.
– Creative, strategic thinker and networker – ability to spot, shape and secure new opportunities to sustain and grow The Reader’s work
– Able to demonstrate an understanding of the wider work of The Reader and
its social values and have a good understanding of its purpose and social mission
– A commitment to a developmental culture through an openness to ongoing
learning and personal development

Hours/FTE: 35 hours/1 FTE usually Monday – Friday. We are committed to offering flexible working
Reports to: Director of Development
Based: Flexible working arrangements available –requirement for 1 or 2 days per week based at Calderstones Park
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,000
Closing date: 9am, Friday 4th March 2022
Vacancy Reference code: 1/2022

To apply please visit https://www.thereader.org.uk/job/head-of-development/ to view a full job description and application form.

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, take operational responsibility for the front of house, ensuring a consistently safe, efficient and high standard of service to audiences, visitors and staff.

• Contribute to good communications and cooperation across all teams to ensure excellent working relationships are cultivated.
• To motivate, lead by example and supervise the Front of House team, including volunteers, on a daily basis by maintaining the highest standard of presentation; demonstrating a positive attitude; dealing promptly and professionally with any requests and providing excellent customer service to all patrons and visiting companies.
• Ensure that all aspects of front of house, bar and café areas provide a clean, tidy and welcoming environment for customers and potential customers, visitors and staff.
• Oversee the wellbeing and safety of the audience and maintain excellent customer services at all times.
• Ensure end of day processes like cashing up are managed effectively and securely.
• To be responsible for locking up and securing the building at the end of the final shift each day
• To welcome all companies, performers and artists when they are in the building and to ensure that they feel supported.
• To carry out regular checks ensuring all spaces, internal and external, are in good working order and to report to the Operations Manager when they are not.
• To meet with the Duty Manager at the beginning of any shifts to ensure a smooth and informed transition.
• To keep a complete and accurate written record of events and incidents during shifts and also to communicate these verbally to the Operations Manager when possible.
• To help to create an atmosphere of creativity in the building that encourages artists and audiences to create and participate in Theatr Clwyd’s artistic programme.

To apply visit: www.theatrclwyd.com/jobs

Wild in Art is the leading producer of spectacular public art events that entertain, enrich, inform and leave a lasting legacy.

They bring together businesses and creative sectors with schools and communities through the creation of trails of uniquely painted sculptures.

Since 2008 Wild in Art has animated cities across the world including Manchester, Sydney, Auckland and Cape Town, and created trails for the London 2012 Olympics, the 2014 Commonwealth Games, Historic Royal Palaces and Penguin Random House.

They are a small team of dedicated and entrepreneurial individuals, united by a passion for events, the arts and their impact. Their main office is located in Whaley Bridge (High Peak) approximately 35 minutes by car from south Manchester. There are regular trains on the Manchester to Buxton train line.

This role will be based at their main office and the role holder should be comfortable working from the office, working remotely from home and also travelling to visit their trails across the UK (as required).

The Role

Working within the Marketing and Communications Team, you’ll be supporting the team with the creation of content that keeps our audiences informed and engaged. You’ll have a passion for story-telling and creating engaging content that showcases the world of Wild in Art.

You’ll plan and manage our content calendar and will be responsible for our social media channels. You’ll also provide content and digital support for other digital channels including Wild in Art websites, newsletters, event apps and the online auction platform as required.

You’ll be part of a busy team, so the ability to work as a team player as well as autonomously is essential. You’ll also be working with our event partners, so you’ll be a personable and articulate communicator, not afraid to find out the information you need.

This is a great opportunity for you if you’ve spent time in a social media role, enjoy writing, photography and videography and would like to work in an events marketing role.

More information at wildinart.co.uk/jobs

This is an important time to join National Museums Liverpool (NML) as they begin to realise their ambition and vision for their Waterfront Transformation which includes developing their major city history museum, the Museum of Liverpool.

They expect you’ll be a brilliant communicator with substantial experience in city histories and community engagement, as well as in developing strong narratives and content for museums. You will need energy, creativity and resilience to lead the Museum of Liverpool through its continued evolution by working with communities, partners, colleagues, funders and other stakeholders in Liverpool, the UK and internationally.

They’re looking for someone with strong subject matter knowledge and a demonstrable track record of leading in a museum or community setting. You will have experience of working in or with museums and museum collections using a community-led model to co-create exhibitions, spaces and programmes. Together you’ll create memorable experiences for everyone as well as challenge their expectations.

If you think you match the job description and their organisation ethos then apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification.

Find out m0re and apply here.

People are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. They pride themselves on being a place for everyone, but they are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities they serve. Through their people, they are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join them.

They currently have the post of Communications Officer available.

This is a unique opportunity for someone with the passion, energy, and dedication to join their PR and Communications team as they begin to realise their ambition for their Waterfront Transformation.

They’re looking for an experienced press and media relations professional with a fantastic network who can help them develop awareness of their engagement, commercial, fundraising and partnerships activity. The successful candidate will have experience of implementing tactical and integrated campaigns to achieve high impact output.

They expect you’ll be a brilliant communicator with substantial experience of identifying strong stories and angles that would make interesting press items. You will need energy, creativity and resilience to build cross-departmental and cross-organisation relationships.

Together they’ll create memorable experiences for everyone as well as challenge their expectations.

If you think you match the job description and their organisation ethos then apply with your CV and supporting statement indicating how you meet the person specification.

Find out more and apply here.

Join the brood: they are seeking dynamic, experienced, workshop leaders and assistants to run ad-hoc craft sessions for their growing events company.

They are specifically looking for someone who can cover jobs in Central Manchester, but also has transport to cover more remote locations in surrounding areas, in Cheshire / Lancs etc

They are looking for people who will bring a sense of fun during the activities, as well as sharing skills with their participants. The majority of clients are unfamiliar with craft techniques, and need an approach that guides them in gently.

Key client groups include hen parties, corporate events, special birthdays & baby showers; participants can vary massively in craft experience and ability. They also work with a variety of ages, though we predominantly cater to adults.

In order to continue providing an award winning service to clients, they are seeking to increase their pool of freelance workshop providers across the UK. Please take a good look around their website to get a flavour of what they do.

These roles usually suit people already working freelance, or someone wanting to pick up an occasional bit of extra weekend work.

Full details can be found here: https://www.thecraftyhen.co.uk/apply

FACT is the UK’s leading organisation for the support and exhibition of art and film that embraces new technology and explores digital culture. They believe in enriching lives and shaping the future through film, art and creative technology

The purpose of this role is to make the experience of visiting FACT memorable and enjoyable for all our audiences.
Our Visitor Services Assistants will offer the highest standards of customer service, ensuring that FACT is welcoming, safe and fully accessible for all, whilst adhering to health and safety and licensing regulations.

Visitor Services Assistants are expected to thoroughly research the artists, artworks, and concepts that each exhibition presents. No previous arts experience is required, and you will be given time to carry out research with support from the team.

Your research will include reading and watching relevant materials, talking to artists and curators plus one-to-one learning from the FACT team.

You need to apply via your Job Coach , there is more informtion here

https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/details/8141337

and then submit a CV, covering letter and an equality monitoring form whic can be found at

https://www.fact.co.uk/news/2022/01/were-hiring-through-the-kickstart-scheme

to FACT at recruitment@fact.co.uk

Interviews will be week commencing 1st March to start in post 8th March 2022. This post is 25 hours per week, running Wednesday to Sunday.

Please note: To apply for this job, you must be claiming Universal Credit and be 18 to 24 years old.

The Tung Auditorium is a state-of-the-art, high specification concert hall in Liverpool which will deliver an outstanding live music performance experience.

Situated within the Yoko Ono Lennon Centre with world-class teaching and learning at its heart, The Tung Auditorium will celebrate the University’s cultural contribution to the city and seeks to offer an open and inclusive programme, enhancing engagement with the arts locally, regionally and nationally.

They are seeking Box Office Cashiers to join a team of staff supporting the operational delivery of concerts and events at this brand new venue. Reporting to the Box Office Manager, they will help deliver the Tung Auditorium’s in house Box Office service, advising customers and selling tickets in person and by phone.

This role is ad hoc and shift based.

£9.50 per hour + holiday pay

Please apply via the University of Liverpool website here.

Monthly cabaret show opening in the spring 2022

Exciting new venture with opportunity for further contracts. Large city centre venue, vintage style, full stage / theatre spec.

Our show requires performance artists from diverse disciplines: Burlesque, drag, circus, aerial, fire, dance, pole, ballroom, sideshow, alternative, compere, live music, contemporary, duos, clown.

They also require a dedicated, regular lighting technician, to provide technical and creative input to the show.

Excellent rates of pay. Late night hours. Lively busy venue. Must be Manchester based or willing to travel

Casting throughout February 2022

Please send submissions with: a brief bio, experience, socials, availability and video footage of your work / act. (Max 5 mins)

Contact:  Saffron manchester.cabaret@gmail.com

The Liverpool City Region (“LCR”) Combined Authority (“CA”) wishes to commission a Fundraiser to support fundraising and secure sponsorship funding in support of The World Reimagined (TWR) project and related activity.

The project is part of a national initiative involving 8 UK cities and city regions and will deliver TWR in August-October 2022. While the project will follow and be guided and complementary to the national TWR programme, it will assume a distinct, fresh, Liverpool City Region identity. 

To this end, the CA is commissioning a Project Fundraiser to plan, lead and oversee a fundraising and sponsorship programme. The Project Fundraiser will work alongside a small Project Delivery Team and a Project Steering Group in order to deliver the project. 

The World Reimagined

The TWR initiative provides an opportunity to face the shared history about the Transatlantic Slave Trade with honesty and empathy and which recognises and celebrates the social, economic and cultural contribution of Britain’s black communities. Operating across 8 UK cities, TWR will see trails of globe sculptures installed across cities and city regions that will bring to life the impact of the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

As part of this national initiative, Liverpool City Region will see the installation of at least 28 globe sculptures alongside some digital installations that will form a heritage trail that will speak to 9 themes dealing with the impact of Transatlantic Slavery and its enduring legacy and impact on contemporary racial inequality. 

Liverpool’s role in the Transatlantic Slave Trade is well documented, but what is less well understood, is the impact of the trade on the wider City Region. Rather than just a few acres around the City’s docks, the Transatlantic Slave Trade had a huge impact on the wider City Region in shaping its industrial development. The World Reimagined will provide greater understanding of the social, economic and cultural legacy of the slave trade and its impact today.

Through an education and art programme, the project will be rooted in local schools and communities in order to facilitate dialogues around racial equality and justice and linked deeply to where people live. Local communities will develop an understanding of how the slave trade impacted their area as well as the rest of the City Region and will enable the co-option of new voices and communities to social activism in support of race equality. 

TWR will also facilitate a unique opportunity to celebrate and showcase not only the region’s Black communities, but also that of our Chinese, Asian and other diverse ethnic communities. The region is home to some of the oldest established minority ethnic communities in Europe and the project will uncover their historical and more contemporary contributions and struggles, that will enable new stories to be uncovered and understood. 

This unique combination of art, education, community and research programmes will enable greater understanding and facilitate challenges to racial inequality, whilst capitalising on the region’s tradition of radicalism in order to provide new methods of driving up the visitor economy. 

Project Objectives

• To enable the World Reimagined to be delivered within the Liverpool City Region as part of a national project that includes other UK cities and to integrate project planning with national developments between February 2022 and November 2022.
• To deliver an art installation programme that develops greater understanding of the impact and legacy of the Transatlantic Slave Trade.
• To deliver a schools education and community programme that enhances knowledge and understanding of the Transatlantic Slave Trade upon the Liverpool City Region.
• To constitute and establish a Steering Group that will advise and support the delivery of the project.
• To successfully commission key aspects of project delivery e.g. project lead, cycle tour, research programme etc. 
• To enable undertaking of the commissioning process by end of February 2022 that will ensure that the project will be managed and delivered.
• To identify and formalise the range of partnerships that will be critical to delivery of the project.
• To promote issues of equality and social justice within an artistic and cultural programme, to encourage visitors to the Liverpool City Region.
• To develop a cycle trail along the heritage routes that promotes active travel and further health benefits for trail visitors.

Commercial model:

The CA is willing to contribute £12,000 to enable a Project Fundraiser Leader to lead and oversee the delivery of fundraising and sponsorship programme. The Project Fundraise will be expected to deliver work on the Project from February 2022 to August 2022.

Project Fundraiser Objectives

The Project Fundraiser shall lead, plan, deliver, wrap up and report on the project fundraising and sponsorship programme. In so doing, the Project Fundraiser shall:

Secure funding for 7 globe partners at £10k each

Secure sponsors for trail maps

Secure premium trail map sponsors at £20K

Support schools and community organisations to raise funds to participate in programme 

Identify other fundraising activity and opportunities as appropriate

By the end of the Project the Fundraiser will have;

• Worked alongside the project delivery team and national TWR fundraising team to develop a programme of sponsorship and fundraising.
• Assisted in developing a planned programme of events and activities in order to secure a minimum of £70k in funding from businesses and corporate sponsors and assisted in identifying premium sponsors.
• Developed fundraising plans with schools and community organisations to assist them in raising funds to enable them to participate in the commissioning of artwork and the overall programme.
• Obtained sponsorship for interactive and physical maps and other elements of the project

Right to Make Changes

The Project Fundraiser must accept the CA’s right, acting reasonably and following discussion with the Project Manager and Steering Group where appropriate, to make changes to the project objectives and Project Fundraiser objectives.

Such changes are likely to occur from the potential to raise public or other funding or to accommodate new and emerging priorities that will occur as a result of engagement with existing or emerging partners and stakeholders. Such changes should be agreed without financial disadvantage to the Project Fundraiser.

Project Fundraiser Remuneration

The CA will remunerate the Project Fundraiser in the following way;

A fixed fee expressed as a single sum of £12,000. This includes any sums for income tax, national insurance, pension contributions and other similar monies.

Appointment

On appointment, the CA and Cultural Producer and shall together confirm the TWR fundraising and sponsorship programme, format and delivery approach and agree KPIs in relation to development and delivery. 

Race Equality Statement

LCRCA strives to explore, cultivate and celebrate racial diversity and TWR provides a unique opportunity to promote these values across the whole of LCR.

They appreciate that the subject matter and issues related to it can be highly sensitive and may require careful management that respects and understands these often-competing sensitivities. We recognise that the perspectives of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities are critical to the success of this initiative and hope to attract suitably qualified candidates from these communities. 

Closing date

The closing date for this commission is 10.00 am on Monday 14th February 2022

SUBMISSIONS PROCESS

Please respond in no more than 8 sides of A4 (PDF 12pt) to say how you would address the brief.

Quality 

Written proposal = 80%

Price= 20%

Bidders are expected to answer the following questions (maximum words and scoring is set out with each question):

Q1. Please outline your previous experience, skills and expertise of performing comparable and relevant assignments and your approach to the delivery of the project (750 words max) (40% of the quality Score)

Q2. Please outline recent commissions that contribute to your ability to perform the requirement, with particular reference to those undertaken within the Liverpool City Region (500 words) (40% of the Quality score)

Q3. What added value can you bring to this contract? (500 words) (20% of the quality score)

Q4. Please outline your costs working within the guide budget given (£12,000) to include:

• Breakdown of the number of days and tasks 
• Day rates for tasks

Submissions are required by 10.00 am on Monday 14th February 2022

There will be no agency pitches

Questions may be submitted up to 24 hours before the deadline.

Contacts:

The LCRCA’s contacts for this work are:

Maleka Egeonu-Roby

Race Equality Project Manager

Maleka.Egeonu-Roby@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk

Sarah Lovell

Lead Officer – Culture Policy & Strategic Commissioning Directorate

Sarah.lovell@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk