Published - Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Job Summary
Manchester Histories are seeking a self-motivated Community Development Producer. The role will involve creating and delivering a programme of activities, events, and small exhibitions in Manchester Histories Hub at Manchester Central Library.
Job Description
A focus of the role will be on heritage and wellbeing, weaving this into the programme of activities and ensuring that our values of compassion, curiosity and justice are reflected throughout. Another key aspect of the role involves supporting our team of dedicated volunteers in engaging with visitors to the Hub and coordinating their recruitment and training while fostering a collaborative approach. Volunteers are vital in supporting the aims of the charity and in return we aim to provide our volunteers with an enjoyable, rewarding and stimulating experience.
The Hub is a space for people to come together to reveal and celebrate Greater Manchester's rich and diverse histories and heritage. This is an opportunity to shape the hub to become an even more welcoming, dynamic and vibrant space.
Contract: Part-time (21 hours per-week) | Fixed-term (12 months from start date), with possibility of extension subject to successful funding.
Job Requirements
1. Demonstrable experience of working with and engaging community groups and volunteers in the cultural sector.
2. A commitment to and passion for co-production, collaborative and participatory ways of working.
3. Experience of developing and co-ordinating community projects, public events & small exhibitions whilst following Health & Safety requirements.
4. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively and respectfully with a wide range of people.
5. Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds, experiences and all ages.
6. Experience of working in partnership with a wide range of people, including individuals, cultural organisations, artists, Local Authorities, venues and community groups to deliver a shared outcome.
7. Confident in delivering and facilitating public workshops/meetings with a wide range of people.
8. Experience of and ability to manage day-to-day budgets and financial management for projects.
9. Availability to work evenings and weekends.
Job Responsibilities
1. Working alongside Manchester Histories' CEO, team, and partners to develop a programme of community activity in the Hub.
2. Connecting with people and organisations in the community, to build relationships and develop projects.
3. Developing relationships with local community organisations, artists and partners.
4. Managing the recruitment, training, and general welfare of Manchester Histories volunteers.
5. Managing the day-to-day budgets of projects & activity.
6. Contributing to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategy.
7. Ensuring that all duties are carried out in line with the organisation's policies and procedures.
8. Being fully aware of the requirements relating to the protection of young people and vulnerable adults.
9. Developing new audiences and increasing participation.
10. Producing evaluations of community participation, projects and activities to report to funders.
11. Being a key team member at events, festival and in Manchester Histories Hub.
Job Overview
* Job Title: Community Development Producer
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