Finance & Office Manager

The Jameel Arts & Health Lab was established as a pioneering partnership between the World Health Organization (WHO),
New York University (NYU) Steinhardt
, Community Jameel
, and CULTURUNNERS
. The lab is a is a global initiative leveraging scientific evidence, artist-led advocacy, and a global Healing Arts campaign to drive the integration of the arts in clinical and public health.

This role is hosted by EOA
, the London-based cultural parent organization of CULTURUNNERS and Edge of Arabia
. We believe artists can be a catalyst for positive change in the world, so when artists thrive, the world thrives. Always operating on the edge of what is possible, EOA envisions and executes cultural projects - including exhibitions, publications, research and campaigns - to benefit people, places and the planet. Born out of a physical and metaphorical artists’ journey across the Middle East in the early 2000s, EOA now operates across multiple regions, applying its purpose-driven model to bring art and creativity from the edge of society to its center.

As part of our commitment to societal change, EOA’s not-for-profit arm, CULTURUNNERS, is dedicated exclusively to social impact, initiating globally scalable projects with a focus on health and education, to deliver systemic change in society. Operating in multiple parts of the world, the organisation delivers ambitious programmes while maintaining a small, agile team. This role sits at the heart of the organisation and plays a key part in building the operational structures that support its work and future growth.

• Work closely with designated bookkeepers and accountants to support cash flow management, supplier payments, and financial record keeping.
• Ensure costs and income are accurately recorded to support management accounts, grant reporting, and decision-making.
• Support procurement processes and assist with the review and administration of contracts and agreements.
• Maintain organised systems for invoices, receipts, payments, and financial documentation.
• Support budget tracking across projects and programmes, flagging risks or variances where appropriate.

• Support the day-to-day operations of EOA and its group companies, helping to establish smooth, reliable company processes.
• Act as a central operational point of contact, ensuring information, tasks, and decisions flow effectively across the organisation.
• Oversee basic HR administration and support people-related processes, escalating complex matters to the CEO or external specialists as appropriate.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met and maintained within the office environment.
• Support recruitment administration, staff onboarding and team planning as the organisation grows.

• Support the operational delivery of exhibitions, programmes, events, and public-facing activity.
• Manage logistics, suppliers, procurement, deliveries, and scheduling to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation, and practical arrangements for staff, collaborators, and partners.
• Provide on-the-ground support at live events where required.

• Liaise with IT and external suppliers to ensure staff equipment, systems access, and technical support are in place.
• Ensure the office is organised, well-run, and prepared for meetings, events, and team activity.
• Help design and improve internal systems for documentation, archiving, contracts, and record-keeping.
• Manage relationships with landlords, service providers, and office suppliers.
• Monitor service contracts and renewals, ensuring value for money and continuity of service.
• Support the development of practical workflows that enable the team to focus on delivery rather than administration.

• Work closely with the CEO as a trusted operational partner, helping translate ideas into workable processes.
• Support colleagues across the organisation with guidance on operational, financial, and administrative matters.
• Contribute to building a collaborative, accountable, and well‑organised working culture.
• Support and…