Community Post Type: Jobs

Marketing & Development Manager – Rosehill Arts Trust, closes 2 Jan ’25

Rosehill Arts Trust is seeking a talented Marketing & Development Manager to join the team (32 hrs p/w). A new and wide-reaching role for the organisation, the Marketing & Development Manager will have a blend of strategic and tactical responsibilities, as well as the opportunity to grow their team.

Job Description

The Marketing & Development Manger will play a key role in promoting the organisation’s mission, increasing visibility, attracting donors, and engaging the community.

This role requires a mix of creativity, strategic thinking, project management, and relationship-building skills, all focused on advancing the charity’s mission and long-term sustainability.

Core responsibilities:

  • Develop strategic and high-quality marketing campaigns to build new, and sustain existing, audiences.
  • Coordinate the consistent day-to-day delivery of marketing campaigns, directly and through the management of third-party suppliers.
  • Act as a brand guardian.
  • Work as part of a team to develop Rosehill’s commercial offer.
  • Work with colleagues across the organisation to capture and communicate Rosehill’s story as it develops.
  • Ensure that all marketing approaches align with the organisation’s values.

To apply, visit here
Closing date: 2 January

Managing Director – Sound Roots, closes 18 Dec ’24

Sound Roots is seeking a Managing Director to oversee financial administration, fundraising, operations, human resources, policies, procedures and the integration of EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) across all aspects of the company’s operations.

Sound Roots supports independent music careers, specialising in folk, roots and acoustic music genres. As a registered charity, we empower the sector through festivals, events, industry showcasing, mentoring and more. You can read about the history of the organisation https://www.soundroots.uk/our-story – here.

This role is ideal for someone experienced in managing a small remote team to deliver a large workload, with a talent for balancing financial oversight, operational efficiency and a passion for people in a niche area of the grassroots music sector.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 18 December

Artist/ Illustrator – Prime Pass (Liverpool), closes 28 Feb ’25

Prime Pass are looking for artists to host their art classes in Liverpool. Pay is £30 an hour but freelance work. Please state the location you are applying for when applying. They expect 1 day a week.

Job Description

Hosting art classes in bars, pubs and hotels in Liverpool. Teaching people how to paint the motif of the day.

Job Requirements

Personable, well organised, creative, likes working with groups of people. no experience needed we provide training.

They will send a full leaflet detailing more information but it is a relatively relaxed role.

Job Responsibilities

Hosting art classes for the general public. Taking them step by step through painting a motif.

They provide motifs and instructions.

How to Apply

If you don’t say the location they won’t respond. Also you need to live in the area you applying for.

Please email artist@prime-pass.Co.uk with the location you are applying for and they will send more information. Then a questionnaire then will give you a trial.

Contact name: PrimePass

Contact email: artist@prime-pass.co.uk

Marketing Director – Storyhouse, closes 6 Jan ’25

Storyhouse are looking for an experienced marketing leader to shape our strategy and take responsibility for driving our income growth and more. You will play a major role in the future of our organisation at a pivotal time for arts and cultural charities across the UK. As a member of the senior leadership team, you will have exposure and influence on all aspects of their operation, strategic planning, finances and governance.

Job Requirements

They are looking for someone with a proven track record in marketing and communications at a senior level within the arts, culture, entertainment, tourism or related sector with experience of creating and implementing marketing strategies to achieve sales targets.

The successful applicant will have experience of audience development leading to successful engagement of diverse communities. They will be proficient in using data to inform sales and marketing campaigns with a strong understanding of digital marketing trends, including experience of paid/organic social media marketing

They will have experience of audience development leading to successful engagement of diverse communities and be able to demonstrate successful delivery of campaigns for ticket and/or event sales for varied programme targeting multiple consumer cohorts.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 6 January

Relationship Manager, Museums and Cultural Property – Arts Council England (North West), closes 2 Jan ’25

As a Relationship Manager, Museums, you will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and experience of the Museums sector.

You’ll have a focus on building, empowering and enduring relationships with a portfolio of funded organisations, and helping to develop the museums sector in the north to maintain its vibrant, innovative and diverse range of opportunities.

You will also have a good understanding of the cultural sector in England and of the current challenges and opportunities facing it, and excellent skills in collaboration, influencing and advocacy, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You’ll be comfortable working with data and taking an evidence-based approach to developing new initiatives.

Here are some of the things you could expect to do in this role:

  • Manage a portfolio of funded organisations and giving funding advice to individuals and organisations, about Arts Council National Lottery Project Grants and other funds
  • Support our decision-making processes, writing assessments and sit on funding panels
  • Assessing financial information, identifying risk, and providing feedback on artistic plans
  • Take a place-based, creativity-led approach to cultural development by working with local stakeholders in targeted places.
  • Helping to improve the diversity of the projects we fund by giving feedback to applicants and looking to support a wide range of first-time applicants

If this Relationship Manager job in Manchester sounds like the right fit for you, please contact Arts Council England today. They look forward to hearing from you.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 2 January

Catering Manager – The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, closes 16 Dec ’24

Are you a passionate and hands-on Catering Manager ready to make a difference? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to lead our small catering team and provide exceptional food service to our students and staff.

Job Description

In this role, you’ll not only manage the daily catering operations but also take on the responsibilities of the principal chef, preparing delicious, high-quality meals throughout the day. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to engage in all aspects of catering, from cooking and customer service to ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, this role is perfect for you.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience of cooking and preparing meals, managing a team, and delivering excellent customer service. You will have an appropriate catering qualification along with a Food Hygiene certificate. Good prioritising and time management skills are essential and an understanding of allergens, ‘Natasha’s Law’ and COSHH.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 16 December

Community Development Officer – Manchester Histories, closes 6 Jan ’25

The Community Development Officer will be pivotal in delivering the Rocket 2030 initiative and the Community Rail Partnership (CRP). Two year position, 36 hours a week.

This role focuses on engaging local communities along the railway route, fostering pride in rail, as well as celebrating community, cultural and industrial heritage. Key responsibilities include coordinating activities, building partnerships, implementing the CRP action plan, and developing programmes to enhance community involvement in railway, heritage, and cultural activities.

A strong understanding of sustainability, inclusion, diversity, and co-production principles is essential. The successful candidate will collaborate to design and deliver initiatives that are meaningful, equitable, and environmentally conscious, ensuring they reflect and celebrate the diversity of the communities along the route and the aims of the project. Your ability to integrate these values into planning and delivery will be critical to achieving impactful and inclusive outcomes.

How to apply:

The closing date for applications is Monday 6th January 2025. 5.00 pm.  

Please complete the application form HERE. This will include uploading your CV.

For the job description and person specification see HERE.

 Questions: 

  • Why do you want to work as a Community Development Officer for the Rocket 2030 initiative and the Community Rail Partnership?
  • What experience do you have in working with communities to deliver heritage, cultural, or engagement projects?
  • Please provide an example of a successful project you have delivered that involved working with multiple partners or stakeholders.
  • The names of two relevant referees.

They will only contact referees post-interview and will let you know first if they will be contacted. 

Next steps:

They will only contact applicants who have been shortlisted for interview.  

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 14th January 2025. 

The start date for this role will be agreed with the successful candidate. 

Pre-Conversation: 

If you have questions, access needs, or would like to discuss the role or your circumstances further before applying, please email karen@manchesterhistories.co.uk with the subject line “Rocket 2030 job query.” 

Volunteer Coordinator – The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery, closes 6 Dec ’24

The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery have built strong relationships with all of their local communities and have grown the volunteer team to an impressive number of 118.

Strong foundations are already in place, including a good database that is accessed by all volunteers, who are used to engaging with it and booking on for shifts. They have a number of roles including Front of House, Shop, Gallery Invigilation, Collections Support, Activities and Maintenance.

They have attracted diverse range of volunteers from the local community, including retired people, those looking for work experience, young people from age 14, some of which are volunteering towards a Duke of Edinburgh award. They have refugees and asylum seekers who they support in a variety of ways and ensure they are welcomed and able to make new friends and utilise their many skills. They also have regular students and school pupils who join us annually for work experience.

Training programmes are arranged on a regular basis and a strong set of operation policies, procedures and instructions are in place.

This role is supported by a senior manager with a wealth of experience in Volunteer Management who will help with strategy in terms of volunteer recruitment, management and training.

SALARY: £24,000 per annum pro rata, plus pension contribution

WORKING HOURS: 3 days per week (including regular weekend cover, min one weekend per month)

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 6 December

Schools and Education Coordinator – The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery, closes 6 Dec ’24

The team are looking for a candidate to lead on the development of a quality and innovative schools and education offer. The candidate should aim to build relationships with local and regional schools to increase educational and learning engagement.

SALARY: £24,000 per annum pro rata, plus pension contribution

WORKING HOURS: 3 days per week (including regular weekend cover, min one weekend per month)

For more details and to apply, visit here

Closing date: 6 December

Programming and Collections Assistant – The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery, closes 6 Dec ’24

Since their reopening the team have delivered new events and forged lasting partnerships with local community groups. Festivals have been developed including our annual Winterfest, and the first Pride festival for Rossendale this year.

They have a strong programme of regular events, their What’s On has a film programme, family friendly activities, talks, workshops and events related to their exhibition programme. They have developed a good network of contacts, working with excellent facilitators, artists and specialists who support our programme.

Their Collections work has developed considerably, led by an experience Collections Curator, and supported by a strong volunteer team. Much of the collection is documented but there is still a lot of work to be done in this area. They change displays regularly and enable many visiting artists, students and researchers to access their collections. They ensure interpretation is accurate, clear and informative, and resonates with the ethos of the museum. They deliver many talks and events in relation to the collection.

SALARY: £24,000 per annum pro rata, plus pension contribution

WORKING HOURS: 3 days per week (including regular weekend cover, min one weekend per month)

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 6 December