Culture and Heritage Manager

ArtsJobs; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Chorley and South Ribble Councils seek a visionary Culture and Heritage Manager to lead the strategic development of cultural services. This role will manage iconic sites while driving an inclusive cultural strategy, engaging with the community and stakeholders to enhance the local cultural landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams, budgets, and projects is essential.
• Proven track record in developing cultural strategies and programmes.
• A valid driving licence or equivalent mobility is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a cultural strategy for two councils.
• Manage museums and heritage assets, ensuring conservation standards.
• Create a vibrant cultural programme to enhance community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Community Engagement

Cultural Inclusion

Education

Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in museums, heritage, or a related field

Job description

Job Summary

Chorley and South Ribble Councils are seeking a visionaryCulture and Heritage Managerto lead the strategic development and delivery of our cultural and heritage services.

Job Description

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our boroughs' cultural landscape, managing iconic sites such as Astley Hall and South Ribble Museum, whilst driving forward an ambitious and inclusive cultural strategy.

• Leading the development and implementation of a cultural strategy for both councils.
• Managing the boroughs' museums and heritage assets, ensuring conservation and accreditation standards are met.
• Creating a vibrant, accessible cultural programme that enhances community engagement and boosts the local economy.
• Overseeing a talented team including museum, education, and visitor services professionals.
• Building strong partnerships with stakeholders, volunteers, and cultural organisations.
• Securing and managing external funding to support cultural initiatives.
• Collaborating on large-scale conservation projects with internal teams and external consultants.
• Championing cultural inclusion and community cohesion through events, education, and outreach.

Job Requirements

• A relevant degree and/or postgraduate qualification in museums, heritage, or a related field.
• Experience in a local authority or similar cultural setting.
• Proven leadership in managing teams, budgets, and projects.
• Experience developing and delivering cultural strategies and programmes.

Other requirements

• This role requires some travel around our boroughs. You should have a valid driving licence or the equivalent mobility.