Museums Support Officer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative role awaits you as a Museum Support Officer, where you will manage financial grant reporting and administration for a vibrant service programme. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth in project and grant management. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and contribute to the financial health of cultural initiatives across the South West. Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the cultural landscape of Bristol while enjoying flexible working arrangements and a commitment to your development.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Flexi-Time

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in financial management and reporting is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely reporting for Arts Council grant programmes.
• Prepare the South West Museum Development financial annual report.
• Assist in preparing reports on the service's financial position.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Management

Project Management

Job description

Job Title: Museum Support Officer

The Culture and Creative Industries Service is recruiting a Museum Support Officer to manage financial grant reporting and administration for our Service programme.

This role is highly varied and offers opportunities for growth as the team takes on new programmes and activities funded by diverse sources, including funders and commercial income. The Museum Support Officer will work closely with the Culture and Creative Industries Senior Leadership Team and the South West Museum Development Programme.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Ensuring timely reporting for Arts Council grant programmes operated by South West Museum Development.
2. Contributing to the preparation of the South West Museum Development financial annual report.
3. Collating investment reports for activities across museums in the South West of England.
4. Assisting in preparing reports on the service's financial position for wider teams and stakeholders.

There are also opportunities to develop skills in project management and grant management, tailored to your and the team's development needs. The role is based at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, with flexible home working options. The position requires excellent organisational, communication, and financial management skills.

Why Bristol City Council?

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages skill development. Benefits include flexible working, flexi-time, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and generous annual leave. Join us to help make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.