Here are some big shoes to fill! A great opportunity for someone though with a brilliant organisation.
Fèis Rois is looking to recruit a dynamic and inspiring arts leader to take on the role of Acting Chief Executive when the current Chief Executive goes on a 10-month period of maternity leave from 1st June 2017 to 31st March 2018.
SALARY: £35,000 pro rata
KEY TASKS
The Acting Chief Executive will be responsible for ensuring that the vision, aims and objectives of Fèis Rois are fully met at all times, and that the agreed strategic plan is successfully delivered during this 10-month period.
The post holder will have responsibility for tasks relating to:
1. Funding, finance and governance
2. HR
3. Delivery of the artistic programme
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential:
• Experience in a senior role in the arts or creative industries
• Hands on project/event management experience
• Management experience (both project and staff)
• Commitment to, and experience of, working with young people and the policies and practices required to safe guard all
• Sound knowledge of financial management and reporting
• Ability to inspire and motivate, and to think creatively and seek out strategic opportunities
• Ability to communicate at all levels, including with staff, participants in our activities, Board members, funders, project partners and the press
• Ability to manage own time and resources to achieve deadlines
• Trustworthy with confidential information
Desirable:
• Degree educated in a relevant discipline
• A working knowledge or fluency in the Gaelic language
• Knowledge and understanding of the traditional arts
• A full, clean and current driving license
Personal Qualities:
• Enthusiasm
• Energy
• Vision
• Reliability
Fèis Rois prides itself on being one of Scotland’s leading traditional arts organisations, providing opportunities for people of all ages to participate in music making opportunities, supporting emerging talent and developing strong relationships with partners locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. If you think you have what it takes to lead our small staff team and our ever growing creative community, we would love to hear from you!
For more information, please visit www.feisrois.org
We would welcome applications from those interested in a secondment opportunity, and we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. For a confidential conversation, please call Fiona Dalgetty on 01349 86 2600.
Location: Highland
For further information, please contact fiona.dalgetty@feisrois.org (Fiona Dalgetty), or call 01349 86 2600, or visit http://www.feisrois.org
The deadline is Friday 17 March 2017 at 23:55.