Paid Project Manager Organisation Kids' Own Publishing Partnership Hours Part-time Location Hybrid

• Plan and manage select projects, in line with Kids' Own strategic objectives.
• Support grant-writing, developing applications and proposals for projects with the CEO and other team members.
• Co-ordinate and oversee all practical elements of project management including:

• Scheduling planning and review meetings.
• Appointing and contracting artists.
• Working with partners to identify participant groups; or open recruitment.
• Organising project details: dates, venue, materials and documentation methods.
• Organising launch events for published outputs.
• Issuing consent forms to participants in line with Kids' Own's Safeguarding Policy.
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Responsibility for the evaluation and processing of outputs.
• Draw on expertise and knowledge to support decision-making in relation to projects.
• Work collaboratively with project artists, teachers and partners to ensure the smooth and timely running of projects.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key partners and funders.
• Manage project budgets, in collaboration with the Creative Director and bookkeeper.
• Support marketing and publicity activities related to specific projects.

• Have significant relevant experience in the arts of which at least two years should be at project management level.
• Have strong writing and communication skills, particularly strong and demonstrable experience of writing funding applications.
• Work primarily from our Kids' Own office located in Sligo town, with the option for hybrid work for part of the week.
• Possession of a third-level qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Access to own transport and a full driving license is desirable.
• Be willing to travel occasionally as part of this role. Occasionally, some flexibility with working days and hours is required as projects and events demand.

• A strong arts or arts in education background.
• Experience or a sound understanding of collaborative or socially engaged practice, and of working to progress equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the current policy and funding climate within the arts and/or arts in education sector.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work well as part of a small team.

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