Head of Arts

A&B Cymru is seeking an experienced manager to join its team.

The Head of Arts is the primary point of contact to the sector in Wales.

The role requires highly developed influencing skills and an instinctive approach to problem-solving.

The post holder will also be creative, dynamic, proactive and highly efficient.

PLEASE NOTE:
We are unable to accept applications without a completed Recruitment Pack.

• To promote A&B Cymru’s mission and services and provide information and advice on the charity’s work to business and the arts;
• To develop and implement an Arts Development strategy for A&B Cymru, playing a key role in sustaining and developing the arts membership of A&B Cymru;
• To account manage the majority of A&B Cymru’s arts members in South & West Wales, ensuring a high level of service delivery. This includes assessing the needs of organisations and practitioners during one-to-one advice surgeries, as required;
• To oversee the administration of Arts Membership across Wales, ensuring income is carefully monitored and renewals are timely and efficient;
• To manage the Hodge Foundation Bursary programme across Wales;
• To co-manage the Professional Development Programmes in South & West Wales;
• To line manage the Arts Development Manager, monitoring performance against targets, providing motivation and support;
• To manage and support A&B Cymru’s Arts Steering Panel;
• To write regular case studies for use on A&B Cymru’s website and other promotional methods;
• To keep accurate records and assist with A&B Cymru’s reporting to the Board, the Arts Council of Wales and other funders, as required;
• To assist in the promotion of A&B Cymru through website and Social Media;
• To assist and support the Chief Executive in any other work which might be reasonably required;
• To maintain the highest professional standards of ethics and practices upheld by A&B Cymru

• Highly development and confident communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to analyse and understand, thinking laterally and identifying creative solutions to organisational challenges
• Highly developed interviewing skills – ability to listen and question
• Accomplished planning, organisational, administrative and time management skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire
• A minimum of 3 years’ management experience in an arts environment
• Proven track‑record of partnership development or collaborative working
• Customer care background (dealing with the public)
• Proven track record of dealing with Senior Management of organisations

• Excellent interpersonal skills and credibility with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds
• Open, positive and engaging team player with the drive to work independently
• Discreet and able to deal with confidential, sensitive information
• Diplomatic and calm under pressure
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as required and to attend events
• Genuine interest in and enthusiasm for the work of A&B Cymru and knowledge of the arts in Wales
• Commitment to quality
• Comprehensive understanding of Wales – its economy, governance and culture

For full details and a Recruitment pack, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or e‑mail

Closing date for applications:
12pm, Monday 16 March