Job Summary
The Head of Arts is the primary point of contact to the sector in Wales. Full-time, based in Cardiff.
Job Description
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.
The role is based in the Cardiff office, though some home-working is possible. Travel and occasional attendance at evening events are necessary for this position.
Job Requirements
* 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
* 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)
* 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
Plus other requirements as outlined in the Recruitment pack.
Job Responsibilities
* 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;
Plus other responsibilities as outlined in the Recruitment Pack.
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