Talent Programme Lead: Skills & Engagement

New Writing North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New Writing North in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Programme Manager (Skills and Engagement) to lead the Create Talent programme, a 26‑strand initiative delivering 2026–2029, and to support the development of audiences as NWN opens a new writing centre.

You will work across teams to plan and deliver activities on time and within budget, manage a portfolio of strands, engage participants, and develop strong industry partnerships with freelance artists, writers and producers.

Responsibilities

• Project manage a portfolio of programme strands with multiple priorities.
• Ensure activity is delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget.
• Support participant engagement and progression routes.
• Develop relationships with creative industry partners and freelance artists.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

New Writing North in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Programme Manager (Skills and Engagement) to lead the Create Talent programme, a 26‑strand initiative delivering 2026–2029, and to support the development of audiences as NWN opens a new writing centre.

You will work across teams to plan and deliver activities on time and within budget, manage a portfolio of strands, engage participants, and develop strong industry partnerships with freelance artists, writers and producers.