Lead producing and delivery of Shubbak's festival and year-round programme. Manage partnerships, budgets, teams and international projects, working closely with Artistic Director & CEO. Minimum 3 years' experience in senior producing or programme management in the arts. Proven ability to deliver complex, multi-partner and multi-venue projects. Strong knowledge of live performance or related artforms, with awareness of diverse international practices. Experience managing budgets, timelines and teams, with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience contributing to fundraising, partnerships or income generation. Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Ability to prioritise competing demands and lead collaboratively across teams. Experience working internationally and/or with diverse communities is essential. Established networks in the cultural sector desirable. Knowledge of touring, co-commissioning and partnership models advantageous. Lead production and delivery of Shubbak's biennial festival and year-round programme across multiple venues and public contexts. Oversee planning, budgeting, contracting, logistics, risk management and evaluation. Manage programme schedules and coordinate cross-team delivery. Build and maintain partnerships with venues, artists, funders and stakeholders. Support fundraising and contribute to income generation and proposals. Line manage producers and freelancers, ensuring cohesive programme delivery. Ensure high-quality artist care and inclusive, accessible audience experiences. Oversee financial tracking and reporting with internal teams. Represent Shubbak externally and support sector relationships. Contribute to organisational strategy, collaboration and continuous improvement across programmes. Please send your application to [email protected] with the following information by midnight on Sunday 10 May 2026: Cover letter of no more than 2 A4 pages outlining why you would like to work with Shubbak and how you meet the person specification.Job Summary
Job Description
Reports to: Artistic Director & CEO
Location: Hybrid, including 2 days, Tues & Thurs, at our office at The Arab British Centre. Contract: 1 year, starting on 1 July 2026
Salary: £42,000 pro-rata
Working pattern:
2 days/wk for 6 months, increasing to 4 days/wk in following 3 months, going full-time for 3 months around the festival period
Hours are flexible between 9:00 - 19:00 with core hours between 10:30 - 16:30 Job Requirements
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First interview stage: Friday 15th May
Second interview stage: Friday 22nd May