Engagement Officer (Arts and Culture).

The North York Moors National Park Authority helps to look after one of the most phenomenal parts of the British Isles. Filled with beautiful moorlands and fantastic woodland, the North York Moors is a unique area with a diversity of landscape and wildlife.

We are now looking for an Engagement Officer (Arts and Culture) to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week at our National Park Centre in Danby, North Yorkshire.

We would be willing to consider a small reduction in the number of hours worked in order to facilitate personal artistic commitments.

The Benefits

- Salary of £26,409 - £29,093 per annum
- 25 days’ annual leave rising annually by one day to 30 days after five years’ service, plus public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a gallery management or curation professional with experience of working in the arts and engaging with diverse audiences to join our incredible National Park team.

In this unique role, you will have the chance to develop your skills and showcase your vision and creativity, allowing you to enhance your expertise and enhance your portfolio of experience.

Here, you will discover a working environment that lifts you up, fuels your inspiration, and empowers you to excel each and every day. So, if you’re ready to grow and thrive with us, read on and apply today!

The Role

As the Engagement Officer (Arts and Culture), you will manage the day-to-day operations of our Inspired By…. gallery.

You will also be responsible for implementing our Arts and Culture Strategy by engaging with artists, arts organisations, partners and the wider community. Working alongside the Arts, Events and Wellbeing Manager, you will deliver an annual programme of exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events inspired by the North York Moors National Park.

Ensuring the gallery is operationally excellent, you will liaise with artists, manage installations, and curate exhibitions that engage a wide range of audiences. You will also support the development of our Wellbeing events programme through a range of arts and cultural themed activities.

Additionally, you will:

- Contribute to our arts and culture partnership programme
- Develop an annual programme of art exhibitions within the gallery
- Develop and oversee a range of art-based workshops
- Support efforts to develop links with artists and art organisations
- Take responsibility for each art exhibit
- Manage volunteer activities
- Help develop art and culture content



About You

To be considered as an Engagement Officer (Arts and Culture), you will need:
- Experience in gallery curation/management, including artist selection and technical appraisal
- Experience working with partners in the arts sector and building new networks
- Proven ability to engage with diverse audiences through arts and cultural initiatives
- Experience of data collection, analysis and evaluation skills related to public engagement
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team

The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 1 December 2024.

Other organisations may call this role Arts Engagement Officer, Gallery Curator, Arts and Culture Co-ordinator, Community Engagement Officer, or Cultural Events Co-ordinator.

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