Arts Programme Manager (GBArt Manager)

Creative Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused arts organization in Glasgow is seeking an Arts Programme Manager to lead the Govanhill International Festival and Carnival, and oversee various community arts projects. The ideal candidate will have project management experience in the arts sector and a strong commitment to community engagement. This position is part-time with a salary of £16,300 per annum, and it runs from January 2026 to March 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience managing arts projects or community events.
• Knowledge of community development and cultural practices.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the annual Govanhill International Festival and Carnival.
• Oversee Community Art Projects.
• Liaise with external partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Community engagement

Arts development

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit an Arts Programme Manager to manage our annual Govanhill International Festival and Carnival and Community Art Projects. Govanhill Baths Community Trust (GBCT) is a grassroots anchor organisation based in Govanhill. Our goal is to re-open the Govanhill Baths as a Wellbeing Centre and to contribute to the wider social, health, cultural and built regeneration of Govanhill.

Role details

Hours: 22.5 hours (Three days a week)
Salary: £16,300 per annum. (Full time equivalent £27,300)
Contract: 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2027. Funding dependent but likely to continue beyond this date.

Responsibilities

The role involves managing the annual Govanhill International Festival and Carnival and Community Art Projects. (Note: the original description does not provide a separate, explicit list of duties; responsibilities are inferred from the role title and project scope.)

Application process

• Deadline: 9am Monday 20th October 2025
• Interviews: Monday 10th November 2025
• Format: No more than 2 sides of A4 paper using 12 point font. Applications exceeding the required format will be rejected.
• How to apply: Applications should be made via email and marked ‘Arts Programme Manager(GBART): Confidential’ and emailed to [e-mail]. No hard copies will be accepted.

Additional information

Applicants will be required to outline their relevant experience, qualifications and why they believe they are the right person for the post, and what they can bring to the ongoing development of the Govanhill Baths Community Trust. A CV may also be attached. The Trust conforms to all requirements of the Equality Act and its Positive Action Duties. Applicants from members of protected characteristic groups are particularly invited to apply.

Govanhill Baths Community Trust, 126 Calder Street, Glasgow G42 7QP

For full details, please download the job description and specification from our website: https://www.govanhillbaths.com/get-involved-3/vacancies/

Tagged: Audience Development / Equalities / Festivals / Participatory Practice