Japanese speaking Programming Projects Production Manager (Exhibitions)

Centre People; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job description

A well-known Japanese culture hub based in London is currently recruiting a Programming Manager.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing the exhibition programme, managing relationships with stakeholders in Japan and the UK, and supporting logistical aspects of exhibitions.

The ideal candidate should have experience in exhibition production, project management, and communication skills in both English and Japanese. Understanding of Japanese culture and some Japanese skill is essential.

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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:

1. (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner, YMS, Graduate
2. (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship

WORK TYPE: onsite
VISA SUPPORT: No

TYPE: Fixed term to 31st March 2029 (There is potential for extension)
WORKING HOURS: Full-time role of 40 hours per week, inclusive of after-hours project-related tasks (evenings and weekends)
(*) Outside of installation periods, standard working hours are 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, with core hours from 10am to 3pm

SALARY: £36,000 - 38,000 depending on experience
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Central London

Programming Manager Main Responsibilities:

1. Developing, coordinating, and executing the exhibition programme under the supervision of the Head of Programming Projects
2. Ensuring exhibition installations and de-installations are conducted efficiently and on time
3. Liaising in English and Japanese with a range of stakeholders in Japan and the UK
4. Liaising with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in relation to the creation of exhibition proposals and reports
5. Building relationships with cultural and academic institutions, contractors and individuals in the UK and Japan
6. Working closely with other departments to support content creation and delivery of exhibitions
7. Ensuring technical and logistical needs of programmes and venue requirements are met
8. Monitoring any assigned budgets
9. Occasional support and delivery of other projects with other programming team members or other departments
10. Coordinating with team members to respond to questions or requests for clarification
11. Managing resource, administration, and marketing relating to programmes
12. Preparing written programme updates, and programme-related information as required
13. Sourcing products and services and completing internal financial processes in the correct manner
14. Fully supporting the various needs of the programming team with regard to communication and coordination
15. Guiding and driving development of occasional interns

Programming Manager Ideal Candidate:

1. At least 3 years’ professional experience in a similar role with responsibility for executive-level correspondence, administration and logistics management and programming
2. Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
3. Proven skills managing exhibition production and/or installation
4. High level of proficiency in full MS Office suite and use of CRM and other software systems
5. An understanding of Japan and Japanese cultures
6. Experience of working with or in Japan
7. Project management experience
8. Budget management experience
9. Professional level English language skills
10. International shipping management including customs clearance systems
11. Training/courses in art handling, project management, IOSH, logistics
12. Knowledge of funding application process for artistic and/or community engagement programmes
13. Exposure to the museum, arts, NFP, visitor attraction, heritage destination or tourism development sector
14. Previous experience in a project-office environment
15. Experience of working in an inter-cultural environment
16. Business level fluency in both English and Japanese
17. Understanding of Japanese culture is essential

Note: All applicants for the Programming Manager must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.