Director of Engagement & Partnerships

ArtsJobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Youth Orchestra seeks a Director of Engagement & Partnerships to lead strategic development and delivery of engagement programmes. This senior role focuses on creating impactful partnerships and innovative programmes to support teenage musicians across the UK. The position promotes orchestral music as a transformative agent for youth development in a creative and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Season ticket loan scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Health cash plan

Retail and entertainment discounts

24/7 counselling and support helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in partnership development and strategic delivery.
• Strong track record in youth-centered programme design.
• Confident communicator and experienced team leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of NYO’s engagement programmes.
• Support the growth of NYO Inspire and develop a national schools programme.
• Build partnerships across music education, youth, and cultural sectors.

Skills

Partnership Development

Strategic Delivery

Program Design

Digital Engagement

Communication

Team Leadership

Job description

Job Summary

NYO is seeking a visionary and collaborative Director of Engagement & Partnerships to lead the strategic development and delivery of NYO’s engagement programmes.

Job Description

The National Youth Orchestra is the UK's leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development. We give teenage musicians the greatest adventure they can have in orchestral music, helping them unlock their full potential.

We are seeking a visionary and collaborative Director of Engagement & Partnerships to lead the strategic development and delivery of NYO's engagement programmes. This is a role for someone who is ready to work closely with a committed team, lead with purpose, and build the systems and relationships that will help NYO reach more young people, more deeply, and more equitably.

This role is central to our mission to open up orchestral music to every teenager in the UK. You willsupportthe growth of NYO Inspire, develop a high-impact national schools programme, and build powerful partnerships across music education, youth, and cultural sectors.

This is a senior leadership role for someone with a strong track record in partnership development, strategic delivery, youth-centred programme design, and digital engagement. You'll be a confident communicator, experienced team leader, and passionate advocate for teenage potential and inclusion.

At the National Youth Orchestra, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly, and adventurous team where learning and personal growth are intrinsic to every role. Our offices near Holborn in central London are a hive of activity, fostering collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Hybrid working is standard, within a flexible and encouraging culture. NYO offers a season ticket loan scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, health cash plan, retail and entertainment discounts, and a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.

Deadline for applications: 10am, Monday 7 July 2025

Job Overview

• Job Title: Director of Engagement & Partnerships

Job: Director of Engagement & Partnerships

Job: Director of Engagement & Partnerships

Organisation: The National Youth Orchestra

Postcode: WC1V 7JU

How to Apply

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The National Youth Orchestra is the UK’s leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development. We are a welcoming community where every teenager can play their part in shaping their world through extraordinary music. It’s the greatest adventure a teenager can have in orchestral music where young people develop much more than musical skills.