Technical Manager – Theatre by the Lake, closes 17 Jun ’24

Theatre by the Lake is looking to appoint an experienced Technical Manager to provide operational management of the Technical Department in support of all produced, co-produced, visiting work and events across Theatre by the Lake’s spaces.

Job Description

Key Objective:

To provide operational management of the technical department and to support the Head of Production in the planning, delivery, and management of all technical aspects of Theatre by the Lake’s performances, festivals, events

Main Duties

Operational

  • To manage the day-to-day technical operations of TBTL, ensuring effective systems are put in place to ensure all events run smoothly and meet all regulatory requirements.
  • To be the Technical Manager on all produced/co-produced productions, and attend and contribute to production meetings as needed.
  • Working ‘hands on’ on get-ins and get-outs, production weeks and performances as required.
  • To maintain a high standard of Health & Safety in the Technical Department, ensuring that RAMS are written and enforced for produced/co-produced work and that good housekeeping practice is observed in all technical areas.
  • Plan and manage the technical and stage maintenance at Theatre by the Lake and stores.
  • To schedule and monitor statutory testing and servicing of eqt/facilities to ensure that the building remains compliant and safe, and that the assets of the organisation are protected.
  • To be responsible for the scheduling of all permanent and freelance technical staff to ensure that the requirements of productions, visiting companies and other activities are met, within budget.
  • To manage TBTL’s digital/streaming performance infrastructure.
  • To ensure that there is good quality liaison with Visiting Companies, agreeing Tech Specs and schedules and ensuring recharges are maximised and advised to Finance in full and promptly upon completion of a production, in good time for the settlement to be raised.
  • Undertake Duty Management/Technician responsibilities as required.
  • Efficient communication with, and delivery of the production requirements for Events & Conferencing.
  • Supervise the rigging, focusing, plotting and operation of all lighting, sound, video and flying/rigging equipment.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 17 June

Interim General Manager – Wyre Council, closes 9 Jun ’24

You will lead a small team overseeing delivery of the programmed activities but also planning the immediate operational future and a development programme as the future role of the venues becomes clear. Considerable experience of all aspects of venue management is required.

The successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Excellent budget management skills and experience.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
  • The ability to lead, develop and inspire a team to deliver a range of events and productions.
  • Previous experience of working in theatre/venue senior management
  • Significant programming experience in collaboration with colleagues

To apply for this position please send your CV plus short letter (no more than two sides of A4) to Marc Whittaker, human.resources@wyre.gov.uk setting out how you would use your skills and experience meet the needs of the post and what your priorities would be given tenure of post and key tasks identified.

Closing date: 9 June

Operations Manager – The Portico Library, closes 10 Jun ’24

As Operations Manager for the Portico, you will work closely with the Librarian to ensure high quality management, programming and operational functions are maintained during the Development Phase.

You will bring together skills and knowledge in historic-building management, programme scheduling, finance, legal, and regulatory requirements.

If you are a skilful and empathetic manager who is excited by the opportunity to lead the Library’s dynamic staff and volunteer team during its development phase then they would love to hear from you.

They particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are currently under-represented across the heritage sector, including members of the Global Majority, d/Deaf and disabled applicants and individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 10 June

Activity Planner – The Portico Library, closes 21 Jun ’24

Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to accessing heritage as well as the opportunities and challenges of contextualising incredible and sometimes offensive collections? This role offers an opportunity to work with a range of partners to develop the Library’s future activity programme.

As Activity Planner for the Portico, you will be working closely with the Creative Producer, Design Team, Evaluator, partners, members and community groups to design an Activity Plan that delivers their values and vision. You will bring together skills and knowledge in audience development, community engagement, heritage interpretation and a love for working with people.

For more details and to apply, see here

Closing date: 21 June

Evaluation Specialist – Hope Mill Theatre, closes 2 Jun ’24

The overall aim of the project is to uncover, explore and interpret stories relating to the important role Hope Mill has played for local people during its 200 year life span, including its pivotal place at the heart of huge industrial, social and cultural revolutions.

Overview of role

The evaluation specialist will be required to support our teams in developing an appropriate evaluation framework and action plan for the project, with supporting materials (e.g. questionnaires; interview prompts; other approaches). They will ensure that the project team, front of house staff and volunteers have the necessary understanding, guidance and confidence to carry out effective monitoring and evaluation of the project.

They wish this framework to draw on and align with their existing systems and processes as far as possible, to maximise efficiency and the value of the data collected.

Elements of the programme that require a bespoke approach include:

  • formative evaluation: throughout the project we aim to harness community ideas, insights, responses and preferences in shaping the content that is produced and that will live on in exhibition and digital content
  • differing approaches are required to reflect different depths of engagement in/association with the project e.g. some family audiences may simply attend a Big Birthday family fun day; a small group of volunteers is expected to contribute considerable time and effort to carrying out detailed investigations
  • we wish to find appropriate ways and metrics for assessing changes in how local people perceive Hope Mill, after engaging with the project

Project activity will run from 10 July 24 to end March 25(8.5 months). The evaluator will be required to work flexibly throughout this period and this will be negotiated with you on appointment, bearing in mind your other commitments.

Expected approx. 12 days over an 8-month period

Fixed fee is £4,800 inclusive of VAT and expenses

To apply for this role, please submit an application of no more than 1000 words detailing your relevant experience and qualifications; one or more examples of past, comparable roles you have successfully completed and your interest in the project. Please provide details of two referees.

Please email this to Naomi Albans, outreach@hopemilltheatre.co.uk by 5pm on 2nd June 2024 Please use ‘’Evaluation Specialist Application” as your email title.

This will be a Freelance contract. You will be responsible for paying your own Tax and NI contributions.

Applications close: 5pm Sunday the 2nd June 2024.

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 10th June at Hope Mill Theatre or online.

Head of Conservation Education and Engagement – Chester Zoo, closes 16 Jun ’24

Reporting into the Director of Conservation Education, you will work collaboratively with a team of senior and operational managers, teaching and engagement teams and other specialists, to ensure the delivery of exceptional education and engagement work across the organisation.

You will make sure that education and engagement work delivers strongly on conservation related outcomes, is sector leading in its ambition and scope, fully compliant with all legislation and practice standards and crucially that we exceed the expectations of our 2 million visitors, partners and education programme participants.

You will provide expert input into a wide range of initiatives across the organisation, and will have direct oversight, through your management team, of their extensive work with schools and colleges, their Ofsted registered childcare provision, interpretation and visitor programme of talks, tours, storytelling and other activities, including engagement in their mammal walkthroughs.

For more details and to apply, see here

Closing date: 16 June

Music Coordinator – Theatr Clwyd Music Trust, closes 6 Jun ’24

To support and assist the Director of Music through the delivery of effective coordination and administration, enabling the smooth and efficient operation of the Theatr Clwyd Music Trust.

Contract Type – Permanent
Family – Music
Hours – 37 hours per week
Starting Salary – £26,326
Salary Grade – M5
Reports to – Director of Theatr Clwyd Music Trust

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for the role will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once the successful candidate(s) are found. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 6 June

Trust and Foundation Fundraising Manager – Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, closes 17 Jun ’24

Liverpool Philharmonic, one of the largest music organizations in England, is seeking an experienced Trust and Foundation Fundraising Manager. In this vital role, you will develop and implement strategies to grow revenue from Trusts and Foundations to support their pioneering music education, health, and community engagement programs.

As a key member of their development team, you will craft compelling proposals and materials that articulate the profound impact of their work. Your exceptional written skills will be instrumental in raising funds. This is an opportunity to represent an organization deeply committed to using the transformative power of music to enhance lives.

Key Information:

  • Salary: £33,500 per annum (pro-rata if part-time)
  • Employment type: Optional- Full or Part time, Permanent
  • Hours of work: The contracted hours for this post are 35 hours per week, but part-time work will be considered for the right candidate. Normal office hours are Monday – Friday, 9.30am to 5.30pm but working flexibly across evenings and weekends is sometimes required. There is the option to work from home up 2 days per week, depending on the business needs.
  • Holidays: 26 days (pro-rata if part-time) plus bank holidays
  • Place of Work: The normal place of work is Liverpool Philharmonic Hall with flexibility for some remote working. Working flexibly across evenings and weekends is sometimes required.

Benefits:

  • Complimentary Staff Tickets
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Pension
  • Training and Development
  • Service Awards
  • Discounted Staff Parking
  • Rail and bus services
  • Cycle to work

Applications are due by 12 noon on Monday 17th June 2024.

For more information, or to apply, please visit: https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/liverpoolphil/jobs/trust-and-foundation-fundraising-manager-42555/en/

Young People Programme Manager – Factory International, closes 31 May ’24

Job Description

  • Closing date: 31 May 2024
  • Interview date: 11 June 2024 (first stage)
  • Salary: £30-33,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
  • Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
  • Hours: Full-time, working 40-hours per week
  • Department: Public Engagement
  • Location: Aviva Studios

The Young People Programme Manager will work with the Creative Learning team at Factory International to develop, deliver and manage programmes of work with young people between the ages of 14 and 30. This role will be responsible for the delivery of key strategic partnerships with commercial brands, as well as developing new streams of work with a focus on sharing power through curatorial programme decision making, programming and youth governance.

Creative Learning develop and deliver learning programs with young people and children from Cradle to Creative (the age of 0 through to 30) with a focus on underrepresented children, young people and artists. All of their programmes have a social and emotional learning outcome and focus on improving mental health, wellbeing and resilience. Learning programmes are linked to Factory International artistic commissions with wider curatorial themes drawn out to align with social and emotional frameworks.

In the last 12 months, the team has worked with over 25,000 children and young people across Greater Manchester and the North.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 31 May