Head of Community Programmes

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit an experienced community engagement specialist to join our passionate and committed team, leading the management, development and delivery of our flagship community programme.

Job Description

PostHead of Community Programmes

Reports toDirector, Blackheath Halls

Responsible forCommunity Engagement Producer, freelance artists, creative teams, mentors and volunteers

ContractFull-time 37 hours per week (part-time considered)

SalaryDependent on experience.

Overall Purpose of the Job

To design and deliver projects enabling a broad spectrum of the local community to engage in the performing arts.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge and experience of running community arts engagement projects
• Strong interpersonal skills, and enthusiasm for working with a wide range of people
• Experience of meeting and exceeding the expectations of donors and funders
• The ability to both think strategically and deliver on detail
• The belief that community arts activity has the ability to change lives
• Plan and deliver a year-round programme of opportunities for local people of all ages and abilities to engage in the arts
• Engage and manage professional artists to ensure the highest possible artistic standards and most beneficial creative process for participants
• Ensure projects attract and engage professional artists and community participants from the diversity of our local community
• Ensure projects and performances including Blackheath Halls Opera are produced to the highest standards
• Monitor and evaluate the success of projects, ensuring future events consider and build on feedback
• Oversee all general administration and financial processes for community projects
• Raise funds from a variety of sources to ensure the continuation of community programmes
• Work with colleagues to support the Friends and Patrons scheme, ensuring they understand how their donations help fund community programmes