These are exciting times for WCN, and this new Programme Manager role has been established to manage learning and participatory projects which address WCN’s priority for developing audiences for literature, creative writing and reading, with particular emphasis on young people in formal and informal settings. Working alongside WCN’s team and a wide range of external stakeholders, the post holder will be responsible for leading on the development and delivery of an outstanding programme of activity which will respond to the needs of our local communities and national partners.

About you

You will be an enthusiastic and highly effective arts manager with at least two years’ experience of delivering high quality projects within a learning and participatory environment. You will have a passion for literature, creative writing and reading and a broad knowledge of writers, trends and issues in contemporary literature both nationally and internationally. You will have experience of developing partnerships with education providers, cultural partners and community groups. You will have demonstrable experience of maximising attendance figures, creating monitoring and evaluation systems and managing budgets. You will have excellent planning skills and confidence in dealing with a wide range of people.

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