Programme Manager, Digital Accelerator Programme; ARTCF

Programme Manager, Digital Accelerator Programme (ARTCF
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Contract:
Fixed term until 31 August 2027, working 35 hours per week (Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility)

Salary: £38,689 per annum plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.

Location:
Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cambridge, Bristol, Newcastle, or Brighton (The role will be based in any of the locations listed; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week)

Introduction:

We have an exciting opportunity to join the New Technologies and Innovation team as Programme Manager for the Digital Accelerator Programme.

You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team working across Arts Council England and with partners in the UK and US to deliver one of our most significant digital programmes.

The Digital Accelerator Programme supports arts and cultural organisations to strengthen their digital systems, skills, and confidence. Since 2021 the programme has supported nearly 350 organisations across the UK and US to invest in digital tools, grow audiences, increase fundraising, and build more resilient organisations.

As Programme Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of the programme in the UK, ensuring projects run smoothly and that organisations receive the advice, training and support they need to succeed. You’ll oversee relationships with our network of digital advisors, support participating organisations and alumni, and ensure that progress and insights from the programme are effectively shared with partners.

You’ll lead a small team and work closely with colleagues across Arts Council England, including the Digital Culture Network and finance and procurement teams. The role also involves working with a range of external partners such as Bloomberg Philanthropies, Lapine Group, contracted digital advisors and guest speakers delivering learning activities.

This is a varied and strategic role. You’ll help shape the future of the programme, oversee monitoring and communications, and support the development of webinars, workshops and learning resources that help organisations build their digital capability.

This role would suit someone who enjoys leading collaborative projects and building strong partnerships. You’ll be organised, proactive and confident working with a wide range of stakeholders while supporting a small team to deliver impactful work.

If you have experience of managing multi-partner projects, working with data and evidence to inform decisions, and excellent stakeholder management skills we’d love to hear from you.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement
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Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However, you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council.

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More information is included in the application guidance.

About us: Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final…