Culture Compact Development Manager, Cultural Development DEPT CC

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership of West Midlands Pension

30 days holiday

My Rewards Scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking a Culture Compact Development Manager to lead the delivery of Birmingham's Cultural Strategic Framework, working with cultural organisations and partners to secure funding and deliver key initiatives.

The role requires substantial experience in cultural or arts development, strong collaboration skills and the ability to translate strategy into action within a complex partnership environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of cultural development, arts development or the creative industries.
• Experience collaborating with partners, stakeholders and communities.
• Track record delivering complex projects across partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of priorities within Birmingham's Cultural Strategic Framework.
• Support and advise the Cultural Compact Board and CIO trustees.
• Develop and maintain partnerships across cultural and creative sectors.
• Identify and secure external funding opportunities.
• Coordinate and administer Compact meetings and activities.
• Oversee Shared Fund allocation for Culture Compact.
• Monitor and report progress against strategic objectives.
• Represent the Cultural Compact at forums and events.

Skills

Cultural development

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Funding partnerships

Communication

Job description

Culture Compact Development Manager

12 month FTC

Grade D - £44,091 - £53,460

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Birmingham City Council as a Cultural Compact Development Manager. This is a strategic role at the heart of Birmingham's cultural sector, leading the delivery of the city's Cultural Strategic Framework, Together on Culture. Working closely with cultural organisations, strategic partners, funders and stakeholders across the city, you will drive forward key priorities including the Creative City, Placemakers, and Magnets and Moonshots initiatives. You will play a leading role in supporting the Cultural Compact Board, developing partnerships, securing external funding, and overseeing the Compact's transition to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).

As Cultural Compact Development Manager, You Will

• Lead the delivery of priorities within Birmingham's Cultural Strategic Framework.
• Support and advise the Cultural Compact Board and future CIO trustees.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships across the cultural and creative sectors.
• Identify and secure external funding opportunities.
• Manage the coordination and administration of Compact meetings and activities.
• Oversee Birmingham City Council's Shared Fund for Culture Compact allocation.
• Monitor and report progress against strategic objectives.
• Represent the Cultural Compact at local, regional and national forums and events.

We are looking for an individual with substantial experience within the cultural, arts or creative industries sector and a passion for making a positive impact through culture.

You Will Be Able To Demonstrate

• Extensive knowledge of, or significant professional experience in, cultural development, arts development or the creative industries.
• Experience of working collaboratively with partners, stakeholders and communities.
• A track record of delivering complex projects and programmes across partnership environments.
• Experience of translating strategic priorities into successful delivery plans and outcomes.
• Experience of developing partnerships and securing funding or investment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational, administrative and financial management skills.
• Knowledge of cultural policy, funding landscapes, governance arrangements and third-sector operating models.
• An understanding of the needs of diverse communities and the role culture can play in supporting wider social outcomes.

This is an opportunity to influence the future of culture in one of the UK's most diverse and vibrant cities. You will work alongside passionate partners and stakeholders to help shape Birmingham's cultural offer and support the growth of the city's creative sector.

What We Offer In Return…

• Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund – with generous employer contributions
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 30 days, increasing with length of service
• My Rewards Scheme – access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings
• Health and wellbeing support – independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here.

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.