Job Summary
Outside In is looking for an exceptional new leader who can build on the charity’s values and recognised strengths within the community of artists working outside the mainstream, whilst driving the charity forward and helping the team deliver more services to more artists across the country.
Job Description
Founded in 2006 at Pallant House Gallery and established as an independent charity in 2017, Outside In is a pioneering organisation that has transformed access to the art world for thousands of artists who face significant barriers due to health, disability, social circumstance, or isolation.
With over 4,000 artists showcased through our digital platform and a network of regional hubs across England, Outside In has become the leading voice for artists working outside the mainstream. Our comprehensive programme encompasses artist development, exhibitions, and training, supported by a dedicated community of supporters and partners.
As we approach our 20th anniversary, Outside In seeks an exceptional Director to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive arts practice in the UK by heading an established charity that's reimagining how the art world operates and who it serves.
The new Director will build on Outside In's strong foundation and loyal supporter base to expand its reach and impact nationally. They will lead a talented team of 13 full-time staff, plus a nationwide community of volunteers, across exhibitions, artist development, training, and communications, while fostering new partnerships and funding relationships to ensure long-term sustainability.
Working closely with the Board of Trustees and supported by funders including Arts Council England, the Director will drive forward Outside In's mission to create a fairer art world that challenges traditional values and institutional judgments.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with proven experience in delivering programmes to diverse communities, experience of charity leadership and the ability to build strategic relationships across the cultural sector. They will combine strategic vision with practical management skills and demonstrate a genuine commitment to inclusion and equality.
Job Requirements
* Demonstrable leadership skills
* An inclusive and empathetic frame of mind with a passion to help and collaborate with others
* Demonstrable leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support and develop teams in a demanding environment: captain in calm and stormy seas
* A combination of creative and strategic mindsets
* Experience of successfully delivering a programme (ideally creative but not obligatory) to a diverse, vulnerable audience
* Understanding and experience of balancing the charitable goals of the organisation with the financial realities of funding
* Experience of successfully applying for grants from public and private funders
* Experience of setting and overseeing substantial budgets
* Excellent communication and networking skills
* Understanding of digital delivery channels
* Commitment to inclusion and equality
Job Responsibilities
* Objectives: Establish Outside In as the go-to for non-mainstream artists, build on strengths, and expand regionally while uniting artists.
* Leadership: Lead effectively with the Board, ensuring good governance, and energise the team around a shared vision.
* Management: Inspire staff, set clear goals, and foster a collaborative, diverse environment. Transition to an IRL workplace.
* Strategy: Develop a clear vision with the team and trustees.
* Finance: Ensure sustainability, support funders, and seek new revenue.
* Partnerships: Build collaborations to expand programmes nationally.
* Exhibitions: Value small shows while scaling up the National to an annual 80+ artist event.
* Impact: Evaluate and improve impact metrics.
* Communication: Be the lead ambassador, nurturing relationships and raising the Charity's profile.
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