The Scottish Poetry Library is seeking a motivated individual to support the Director across the full range of responsibilities including deputising for the Director in his absence and undertaking specific tasks/ projects allocated by the Director. This role will ensure that strategic activities, including the completion of external funding applications can progress effectively whilst the ongoing business of the Library progresses effectively. The role would suit a candidate wishing to gain senior management and leadership experience in an arts environment. Experience of managing and developing staff would be an advantage.
If you are interested in a secondment opportunity, please seek the approval of your employer in advance of expressing an interest. To discuss this further, please contact Asif Khan, SPL Director, tel 0131 557 2876.
To apply, please submit a statement of interest taking into account the responsibilities and skills/attributes outlined in the job description below (no more than one side of A4), along with your CV to Asif Khan, Director SPL: asif.khan@spl.org.uk Please submit your interest as ‘SPL Depute Director’ in your email’s subject heading
Specific Responsibilities
1. Act as line manager of all staff on behalf of the Director
2. Provide support and supervision for all staff, including undertaking one to one support and development meetings.
3. Active engagement with staff to ensure they are informed about and have the opportunity to contribute to the evolving development of the organisation
4. Oversee the day to day operation of the Poetry Library Building, including security and maintenance
5. Supervise the provision of an accessible and effective reception service for the library building and its use by user groups and members of the public
6. Assist with the production of funding applications
Key Skills /Attributes
1. Effective and engaging communicator
2. Supportive and effective people manager
3. Well organised and methodical
4. Commitment to vision and values of the organisation
Main Terms and Conditions
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. In addition, occasional out of hours work may be required to fulfil the responsible of the role.
Salary equivalent to £28K per annum
6 months (available as a secondment opportunity)
Leave Entitlement: Based on 28 days annual leave plus 10 days public holiday per annum
Pension: 1% employer salary contribution
Location: Edinburgh City
For further information, please contact asif.khan@spl.org.uk (Asif Khan), or call 0131 557 2876, or visit http://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk
The deadline is Monday 27 February 2017 at 12:00.