Community Arts & Heritage Projects Lead (Weekend & Evening Roles)

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell Museum Service within Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an enthusiastic Arts and Projects Officer to lead community engagement through arts and heritage. The role focuses on delivering high-quality customer service to visitors of all ages and backgrounds, and nurturing partnerships with organisations and practitioners to enhance service delivery.

The post holder will lead community engagement projects, work with partners and look for external funding opportunities,

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement or public-facing roles.
• Strong project management and partnership-building skills.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead on community engagement through arts and heritage projects.
• Develop partnerships with organisations, community groups, and practitioners.
• Identify external funding opportunities; prepare and submit grant applications.
• Manage and deliver projects, events, and activities with the museums team.

Job description

Sandwell Museum Service within Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an enthusiastic Arts and Projects Officer to lead community engagement through arts and heritage. The role focuses on delivering high-quality customer service to visitors of all ages and backgrounds, and nurturing partnerships with organisations and practitioners to enhance service delivery.

The post holder will lead community engagement projects, work with partners and look for external funding opportunities,