Senior Arts Manager, Indonesia — Creative Growth & Action

British Council; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 200,880,000 - 312,480,000; Full time

Job summary

British Council Jakarta is seeking a (Senior) Arts Manager to lead and implement Arts and Creative Growth activities in country. You will represent our Arts programmes externally, manage relationships with sector partners, and contribute to cross-country collaborations for sustainable impact.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of arts and creative industries, complex stakeholder engagement, and a track record in managing national projects within an international context.

Qualifications

• First degree in subject relevant to the programme of work.
• Good understanding of the arts, culture and creative economy context in Indonesia, ASEAN, and the UK.
• Specialist knowledge and understanding of current trends and practices in arts and creative industry in the country.
• Experience of managing national arts/creative industry projects.
• Active and up-to-date network of diverse arts sector contacts.
• Experience of maintaining effective external and internal programme/governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and guidance for the country Arts portfolio.
• Manages programme design, development, delivery and closure.
• Oversees governance, procurement and due diligence on programmes.
• Represents British Council Arts externally and internally.
• Develops partnerships and revenue opportunities for the portfolio.

Skills

Arts sector knowledge

Stakeholder management

Project governance

Networking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

British Council Jakarta is seeking a (Senior) Arts Manager to lead and implement Arts and Creative Growth activities in country. You will represent our Arts programmes externally, manage relationships with sector partners, and contribute to cross-country collaborations for sustainable impact.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of arts and creative industries, complex stakeholder engagement, and a track record in managing national projects within an international context.