Overview
The Creative Development Manager will lead the creative direction and business growth of Pink Elephant which forms a key part of the Stepping Stones NI social enterprise offer.
Location: Based in 39 Seymour Street, Lisburn
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours of work: 37 hours per week
Stepping Stones NI is an equal opportunities employer.
Stepping Stones NI reserves the right to enhance the criteria in the event of an unprecedented response.
About The Role
This role combines artistic leadership with business development, while ensuring our learning disability participants get the training and support they need, inspiring them to fulfil their full potential.
The Creative Development Manager will be responsible for delivering a programme of learning that supports the development of both personal and employability skills for participants.
A full job description is available to download.
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Applications will be shortlisted against the criteria detailed in the job description. Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend first stage interview to assess the candidates suitability for the role.
If we receive a high number of applicants, we reserve the right to increase the number of competencies that the candidates will have to demonstrate.
Where the quality of applications is particularly high applicants may be invited to a second stage interview.
Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025 at 4pm
Requirements
Required Criteria
* Proven experience in a creative leadership role (e.g., design studio, stationery, crafts, print, or similar)
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience leading, supporting, or managing a team
* Strong portfolio demonstrating artistic ability and creativity in stationery or design work
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business development, marketing, or sales within a creative industry
* Display an understanding of how best to support people with a learning disability
* Excellent communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva
Desirable Criteria
* Experience in the wedding or events industry
* Previous experience of working directly with people with a learning disability
Skills
Product Development, Communication, Building Teams
Salary
£32,000.00 per year
Benefits
Vacation, Paid time off
Retirement plan and/or pension
Flexible schedule
Competitive salary
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