Creative and Civic Programme Manager

hireful; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven organization in London is seeking a Creative and Civic Programme Manager to manage cultural initiatives promoting civic participation and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, ensuring inclusion. Join a team dedicated to using arts as a tool for social change and community connection.

Benefits

Well-being support

Tickets to performances

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community-focused roles such as Community Engagement Manager or similar.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead initiatives.
• Experience in working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Produce and manage innovative cultural initiatives that promote civic participation.
• Connect cultural production with the lives and aspirations of communities.
• Design and produce projects that ensure inclusion and representation.

Skills

Community engagement

Cultural production

Project management

Collaboration with artists

Communication skills

Job description

Our client is looking for a Creative and Civic Programme Manager

Location:Brixton, London
Reports to:Head ofCreative and CivicEngagement
Salary:£31,972
Contract:Full-time, Permanent

Application Deadline:11th August, 2025 - 9:00am

They are looking for a driven and community-focused Creative and Civic Programme Manager to join their team. This is a key delivery role focused on working collaboratively with artists, local organisations, civic partners, and community stakeholders to design and produce projects that place creativity at the heart of social connection and change.

The role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects that reflect and engage with the distinctiveness of their people, histories, and futures—ensuring inclusion, representation, and collaboration are at the core of everything they do.

Role Purpose

To produce and manage innovative cultural initiatives that promote civic participation, creativity, and community engagement, ensuring it is a welcoming and empowering space for all.

You will work at the intersection of cultural production and community collaboration—connecting the work on their stages with the everyday lives and aspirations of their audiences, neighbours, and collaborators.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a team actively shaping how the arts can support civic life and social change.
• Collaborate with an exciting mix of artists, educators, activists, and community partners.
• Access ongoing professional development, mentoring, and training opportunities.
• Enjoy benefits including well-being support, tickets to performances, and a supportive and inclusive work culture.

Please note - Application Deadline is 11th August, 2025 at 9:00am and Interviews will be conducted 14th and 15th August.

You may also have experience in the following roles: Community Engagement Manager, Cultural Programme Coordinator, Community Arts Manager, Civic Engagement Officer, Community Development Manager, Arts and Community Manager, Cultural Outreach Coordinator, Community Programme Officer, Creative Engagement Manager, Social Impact Programme Manager, etc.

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