Job Introduction
The West of England Combined Authority is seeking to appoint a Project Officer to join the Creative team within the Economy and Skills directorate. This is a really exciting time to join our friendly and ambitious team who are committed to building a fit for the future creative and cultural sector and improving people’s lives through creativity. We have just been successful in securing significant funding from Arts Council England; matched with Combined Authority investment, to support a step change in our region for both communities and the creative and cultural sector. This new role will play a key part in managing the successful delivery of a 2 year programme and delivering on the priorities in the Combined Authority's Cultural Plan launched in February 2022.
Key responsibilities of this role will include:
- Project and financial management of multiple programmes and projects
- Manage stakeholder relationships to ensure both internal and external work relationships are established and maintained
- Data capture, analysis and reporting
- Event management
- Developing marketing and communication assets and campaigns
You will be able to work with limited supervision, self -initiate, demonstrate creative independence and manage own workload to meet deadlines. You will have experience of working in or with the creative and cultural sector in the West of England, are a great communicator and is passionate about making a difference for our sector, communities and places that will leave a lasting impact.
If this sounds like your next role, please click on the apply button below and tell us why you would be a great fit for this role. Please see the job description below for more information. Interviews will be held on the Friday 15th December at our office in Bristol.
This role is fixed term until January 2026.
About the Company
Our offer
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
- 26/31 days annual Leave
- Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme
- Reduced bus travel across the West of England
- Flexible and hybrid working options from day one to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals.
The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We have recently moved to a new bright and airy office, with all latest technology, just 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status. We are also proud to have been accredited as a Living Wage Employer.
Please contact us to identify any additional support you may need during the recruitment process.
