Programme Manager Institute for Cultural and Creative Industries Location: Canterbury Salary: £30,487 to £33,966 per annum Grade: Grade 6 Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Fixed Term - Ends 31/03/2027 Release Date: Wednesday 24 April 2024 Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 03 June 2024 (unless otherwise stated) Reference: CSF-900-24 As a Programme Manager you will support the Head of Creative Programmes and the Director of Creative and Cultural Industries in the effective management and development of the artistic programme and commercial hires. You will support the production of an inspiring programme which is engaging, innovative and of the highest quality. What you will do : To support the Director & Head of Creative Programmes in devising, developing and managing the Gulbenkian Artistic Programme including the commercial hires of the venue. To work with the Director to build a range of strategic and sustainable creative relationships, regionally, nationally and internationally. Research and contact international and UK artists and companies who may form part of the programme. Responsible for the practical and logistical elements of the Gulbenkian programme including the bOing International Family Festival - liaising with other venues and partners as well as the artists involved, coordinating operational aspects and communicating directly with all creative, production, technical and marketing teams. What you will need : Degree or equivalent in performing arts or event management Experience of planning and delivering a range of projects and events including festivals Experience of programming and/or creative production Effective project management skills including budgeting and strategic planning What we can offer in return: Here at Kent you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including: hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs) 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff) excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health retailer and wellbeing discounts via Edenred on campus cinema/theatre, sports facilities, library, nursery (Canterbury) and food outlets study while you work discounts, cycle to work scheme, local business discounts support in your development and wellbeing at all stages of employment, including an Employee Assistance Programme training and development opportunities at all levels on-site parking We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve - join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/ If you require further information about the role please contact peopleserviceshrkent.ac.uk quoting CSF -900-24 We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level in this area