Managing Director

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom NFP People Full time

Managing Director

We are looking for a Managing Director in this new role, which will support the existing Creative Director/ CEO with the strategic leadership.

The organisation co-creates inclusive arts opportunities with diverse communities that enhance well-being and celebrate culture and heritage.

Position: Managing Director

Location: Greater Manchester/hybrid (onsite attendance in Heywood, Rochdale at least 2-3 days per week, one of which must be a Wednesday)

Hours: Full-time 37 hours per week

Salary: £40,560 per annum

Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027, however the intention would be to extend this role, subject to funding.

Benefits: 7.5% employer pension contribution, with a requirement of 0.5% contribution to be made by the post-holder and 30 days holiday plus public holidays.

Closing Date: Tuesday 24th September at 10am (applications received after this time will not be considered).

Interviews: Tuesday 1st October or Wednesday 2nd October and will consist of an in-person interview in Heywood.

The Role

The charity is a National Portfolio Organisation with Arts Council England, and part of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority Culture Portfolio. The Managing Director will be responsible for the financial strategy, fundraising, operations, human resources, policies and procedures and embedding equity diversity and inclusion across everything the charity does.

The team is small, and all members play an active part in the life of the company. They share tasks and responsibilities in running the company, from housekeeping to strategic planning.

About You

You will have a track record in business and operational management within the cultural or the voluntary sector, experience of fundraising, financial management and have excellent communications skills. You will work closely with the Creative Director, Trustees and staff team to ensure the organisation realises its vision to ensure everyone has equal access to arts, culture and creativity.

Practical experience is more important than formal qualifications, so if you have the relevant experience, then we want to hear from you

Targeted recruitment events for potential applicants who self-identify as either: living in Rochdale, ethnically diverse, disabled, LGBTQ+ and/or non-binary will be held via zoom on Monday 16th September.

About the Organisation

Working with communities of all shapes and sizes to devise and deliver exciting, colourful participatory arts projects, which can be all shapes and sizes too, and sometimes quite noisy, the organisation is an equal opportunities employer, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

The team are currently underrepresented by ethnically diverse staff and management, and we particularly encourage applications from culturally diverse communities, individuals who live in Rochdale and those who identify as disabled, LGBTQ+ and/or non-binary.

The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.

You may also have experience in areas such as Managing Director, Senior Director, Deputy Managing Director, MD, Assistant MD, Assistant Managing Director, HR Director, Director of Operations, CEO.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.


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