Arts & Community Coordination Admin — Part-Time

Arts Council England; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Friction Arts in Birmingham seeks a Coordination Administrator to manage day-to-day administration and practical venue support for The Edge. You will coordinate venue hire, maintain records and support project delivery, reporting to the Head of Operations.

The role is part-time (32 hours across four days) in a busy, creative organisation, requiring clear processes, strong organisation, and excellent communication with artists and community partners.

Qualifications

• Experience of administration and coordination in a small, busy office or similar setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in an informal, creative environment while maintaining clear processes and high standards.
• Organised with good attention to detail and practical problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Clear, warm communication with colleagues, artists, hirers and community members.

Responsibilities

• Office administration: respond to enquiries, welcome visitors, direct requests, follow up as needed.
• Maintain clear digital and paper filing systems and confidential records.
• Contracts and financial administration; liaise with Finance Officer for invoicing.
• Coordinate venue hire, bookings and ensure smooth operation with building and duty managers.
• Support Head of Operations with staff and freelancer administration; maintain confidential records.
• Project administration and monitoring: scheduling and administration of projects and programmes.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organised

Communication skills

Team coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Job description

Friction Arts in Birmingham seeks a Coordination Administrator to manage day-to-day administration and practical venue support for The Edge. You will coordinate venue hire, maintain records and support project delivery, reporting to the Head of Operations.

The role is part-time (32 hours across four days) in a busy, creative organisation, requiring clear processes, strong organisation, and excellent communication with artists and community partners.