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This is a part-time hybrid role for an Executive Director at BLACKFRIARS ARTS CENTRE LIMITED. We are now looking for an Executive Director who can lead on fundraising and financial management and will closely collaborate on organisation planning and developing business strategies. This role will be responsible for the financial sustainability, business plan and overall management of the charity with the goal of bringing the strategic development of the company in line with our new Arts Council NPO status. As part of the senior management team, you will be able to think strategically about the future of the venue and will work with the board to deliver an ambitious and financially robust business plan. You will be an inspirational leader with the ability to develop and maintain key external relationships. You will develop and implement an organisational culture and management structure that deliver the conditions for Blackfriars Arts Centre’s vision to thrive. This role would suit someone with previous management experience in an arts organisation or someone with excellent financial skills looking to move into a more senior role. This will be a Board appointment and will report directly to the Board of Trustees. We are looking for a suitable candidate with: A track record of raising funds from Trusts and Foundations and Public Bodies with an ability to write persuasive applications and develop strategic fundraising plans Experience of strategic planning, implementation and decision-making in an arts organisation or equivalent experience at a charity Excellent financial skills and experience of managing charity finances including creating and managing budgets and financial reporting Experience of public building management Experience of charity governance and of HR We are actively seeking candidates who reflect the wide range of cultures and experiences in Lincolnshire, and we're keen to hear from applicants who live locally or have a connection to the local area. We are interested in hearing from people with transferable skills who have great potential and can pick things up quickly. Often qualities are just as important as experience and we are interested in someone who has: Enthusiasm about the arts and creativity, particularly in a venue responding to its neighbourhood Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire confidence and motivate people with clarity and kindness High level of numeracy skills High level of accuracy and ability to proof own work A positive, flexible and hands on approach Effective time management, organisational and administrative skills Excellent communication skills, online, on the phone and in person Proven decision-making ability Please note: it is not an expectation that you went to university to apply for this role. We’re interested in hearing from people with a wide range of experiences. Only applications that follow the official process will be considered.