Project Coordinator

East Anglian Traditional Music Trust; Stowmarket; Hybrid; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A cultural heritage charity in Suffolk seeks a Project Coordinator to support heritage events and community engagement activities. The successful candidate will coordinate events, assist with marketing, and help manage volunteers. Ideal applicants will have an interest in traditional music and experience in community projects. A flexible work environment is provided, and the position is part-time at 18.75 hours per week, with a salary of £27,000 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating arts or community projects.
• Strong organisation skills for managing multiple activities.
• Commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate heritage events and activities.
• Support delivery of Traditional Music Day and public events.
• Assist with marketing and digital communication.

Skills

Experience coordinating arts, music, heritage, or community projects

Strong communication skills

Organised and proactive

Collaborative approach

Interest in traditional music or cultural heritage

Job description

Project Coordinator

East Anglian Traditional Music Trust (EATMT)

Salary: £27,000 pro rata (£13,500 per annum, 0.5 FTE)

Hours: 18.75 hours per week (flexible, including some evenings and weekends)

Contract: 21-month fixed term (with potential for extension)

Location: Suffolk / East Anglia (hybrid working)

Start date: 1 February 2026 or soon thereafter

The East Anglian Traditional Music Trust is seeking a Project Coordinator to help deliver Celebrating 25 Years of Traditional Music in East Anglia, a major project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, as we mark our 25th anniversary and plan for the future.

About Us

EATMT is a registered charity based in Suffolk, working to sustain, celebrate, and share the traditional music heritage of East Anglia. We support people of all ages to discover, participate in, and pass on folk music, song, and dance traditions, ensuring they remain relevant and accessible for future generations.

About the Role

Working closely with the Project Director, the Project Coordinator will support the planning and delivery of heritage events, learning activities, and community engagement across the East Anglia region. The role involves coordinating events, supporting volunteers, contributing to marketing and communications, and helping to ensure strong outcomes for heritage, people, and communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a well-established organisation entering a new phase of development, with strong funding, partnerships, and ambition.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate heritage events, workshops, and activities, including booking venues and artists
• Support delivery of Traditional Music Day and other public events
• Assist with marketing and communications, particularly digital and social media
• Recruit, support, and work alongside volunteers
• Contribute to project monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
• Support fundraising activity, earned income development, and improved access to archives
• Represent the Trust positively at events and meetings

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience coordinating arts, music, heritage, or community projects
• Is organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple activities
• Has strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Is committed to inclusivity, safeguarding, and community engagement
• Has an interest in traditional music, cultural heritage, or participatory arts

Experience of working with funders, volunteers, schools, or community groups is desirable but not essential.

How to Apply

Request a Job Pack

Please send:

• A short statement explaining why you are suitable for the role
• A current CV

Email your application to [e-mail]

Please label attachments: SURNAME – Project Coordinator Application

Closing date: Friday 16 January 2026

Interviews: Friday 23 January or Monday 26 January 2026

For an informal conversation about the role, email [e-mail] to arrange a time to talk with our Operations Manager, Jannine Parry.