Project Coordinator, Hand Engraving Futures

Crafts Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 18,804,000 - 25,072,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work

Occasional UK travel

Job summary

The Crafts Council Gallery is seeking a Project Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day delivery of a grant-funded programme. You will coordinate people, manage timelines, organise events, and monitor progress to meet project objectives.

This fixed-term freelance contract runs mid October 2026 to end September 2027. It is hybrid/remote with occasional UK travel, at about 1.5–2 days per week and £25 per hour.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of the grant-funded programme.
• Coordinate people and manage project timelines.
• Organise events and liaise with freelance specialists and partners.
• Support marketing activity and maintain accurate project records for monitoring and evaluation.

Job description

Did you know that Crafts Council Gallery is available for hire?

Working closely with the HEA Director, Administration Manager and volunteer committee, the Project Coordinator will oversee the day-to‑day delivery of the grant‑funded programme, ensuring activities are delivered on time, within budget and in line with the project's objectives.

The role will involve coordinating people, managing project timelines, organising events, liaising with freelance specialists and partners, supporting marketing activity and maintaining accurate project records for monitoring and evaluation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding and developing one of Britain's traditional craft skills.

Fixed Term Freelance Contract

Duration: mid October 2026 - end September 2027

Hours: Approximately 1.5-2 days per week (flexible)

Fee: £25 per hour Location: Hybrid/Remote with occasional travel within the UK