Head of Public Programmes at National Library of

1 month ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Museums Galleries Scotland Full time

**About the role**:
**£45,396 per annum**

**37 hours per week**

**Fixed Term: 9 months (Maternity Cover)**

**Location: Edinburgh**

**Closes 21 June, 2023 at midnight.**

You will be responsible for the strategic and operational direction of the Library’s public engagement and audience development programming. The role has responsibility for the management and delivery of a high-quality programme of exhibitions, events, and learning and outreach activities for diverse audiences at the Library’s sites in Edinburgh and Glasgow, online, and at venues across Scotland as part of the Library’s outreach programme. This is a key position combining significant experience in public engagement delivery, audience development strategy, partnership building, and advocacy alongside management of a team of 7 people. The post holder will ensure that the highest standards of delivery are combined with best practice in our engagement with Scotland’s diverse communities.



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