Head of Community Partnerships & Engagement (Hybrid)

British Museum; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-renowned museum in the UK is seeking a Head of Community Partnerships to build relationships with diverse communities and lead engagement initiatives. In this role, you will develop frameworks for consultation, manage the Community Partnerships Team, and evaluate community engagement impact. The ideal candidate will have experience in arts, heritage, or cultural projects and possess strong communication and people management skills. A competitive salary is offered alongside generous benefits including a civil service pension and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Civil service pension scheme

Complimentary exhibition tickets

Discounts on cultural entries

Interest-free travel loans

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised staff canteen

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering arts, heritage, or cultural projects.
• Skilled in people management and project leadership.
• Understanding of museum context and community partners.
• Knowledge of London’s communities and engagement practices.
• Excellent communicator and influencer.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Museum's approach to community partnerships.
• Develop the Community Partnerships Team.
• Create frameworks for engagement with diverse communities.
• Support co-designing of programmes and projects.
• Build relationships with community organisations.

Skills

Community engagement

People management

Project leadership

Communication

Diplomacy

Job description

A world-renowned museum in the UK is seeking a Head of Community Partnerships to build relationships with diverse communities and lead engagement initiatives. In this role, you will develop frameworks for consultation, manage the Community Partnerships Team, and evaluate community engagement impact. The ideal candidate will have experience in arts, heritage, or cultural projects and possess strong communication and people management skills. A competitive salary is offered alongside generous benefits including a civil service pension and professional development opportunities.