Job title: Managing Director of Portico

Location: Portico of Ards, Portaferry, Northern Ireland

Reports to: Chair of Board of Trustees

Salary: £ (Based on experience)

Contract type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (including evening and weekend work)

ABOUT PORTICO

Portico is a vibrant arts and heritage venue in Portaferry, Northern Ireland. Based in a Grade A listed building, which was fully restored 10 years ago, it is dedicated to the upkeep of the building and to enriching the community at large, through diverse artistic programming, heritage preservation and inclusive engagement. As a not-for-profit organisation, Portico thrives on collaboration, creativity and community spirit.

JOB PURPOSE

The Director is responsible for the operation of, and implementing the agreed strategic plan for, Portico. This includes: building on, and running, our dynamic arts programme; event management; business development (particularly focusing on the use of our heritage building); fund raising (including grant writing); and stakeholder engagement, to ensure Portico continues to develop and grow as a thriving cultural hub.

About The Role

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Artistic Programming & Curation
• Operational planning, business management and budget control
• Event Management
• Oversight of Volunteer Coordination
• Representation & Advocacy
• Business Development
• Grant Management
• Fundraising
• Staff Management
• Third Party Service Provider Management
• Stakeholder Relations
• Facility Management
• Marketing & Promotion

A full Job Description is available on request.

*TO APPLY*

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the description.

The Portico of Ards are an equal opportunities employer. We will take any reasonable adjustments into consideration throughout the recruitment process.

The Portico of Ards reserve the right to enhance the selection criteria in the event of an unprecedented response.

Required Criteria

• Minimum of 3 years experience at managerial level in creative industries or closely related field
• Strong organisational, planning and leadership skills
• Proven success in grant writing and fundraising
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Demonstrated financial and budget management experience
• Experience in Business development and income generation

Desired Criteria

• Knowledge of the Northern Irish arts and cultural sector
• Knowledge of the wider arts sectors in GB and Ireland
• Previous recent experience managing staff and volunteers
• Skills in marketing, PR and social media

Skills Needed

Marketing, Operations Management, Communication, Financial Control

Salary

£38,000.00 – £45,000.00 per year

Skills:
Marketing Operations Management Communication Financial Control

Benefits:
Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Flexible schedule Competitive salary