The Deputy Director will work closely with the Strategic Director and the Creative Director on the strategic direction and business planning of The Exchange and will be responsible for the effective internal operation of the organisation, embracing its administrative, facilities, financial, building conservation, personnel, and legal functions.
Job Summary
Job Description
The Exchange is a community-owned and led organisation that is on a remarkable trajectory, transforming the landscape of craft and community production locally and on a national level. Formed in 2017, we have already saved, repaired and fitted out (nearly!) Erith’s old library through the delivery of a £2M National Heritage Lottery Project; welcomed over 30,000 visitors; are delivering an incredible community-led programme including workshops, festivals, exhibitions, live music, theatre, markets and more; planted and nurtured a garden designed by 2023 RHS Chelsea Gold Medalist garden designer Sarah Price, and established a successful Caf and Restaurant.
Our success as an organisation that affects real change has been recognised by numerous funders including Arts Council England who recently awarded The Exchange with National Portfolio Organisation status. The recent funding support has enabled us to restructure the organisation and expand the vision. The role of Deputy Director is a pivotal part of this process.
The post holder takes the lead in planning and implementing improvements in all areas of the Deputy Director’s responsibility, as well as anticipating and solving problems, managing staff and delegating work on a day-to-day basis. The Deputy Director is responsible for financial reporting and strategic financial management and works closely with the Directors on financial planning for the organisation.
We are extremely ambitious for the growth of The Exchange over the next few years we are seeking a Deputy Director with the vision, drive and experience to help us take this exciting next step.
Job Requirements
KEY TASKS + RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategy, Planning + leadership
- Governance
- Operations and administration
- Financial management
- Personnel
- Development
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience:
- Demonstrable senior management experience, ideally in the cultural or charitable sector
- Demonstrable experience of financial management at a senior level
- Experience of setting, monitoring and controlling an annual budget and project budgets, producing monthly management accounts and cashflow forecasts
- Significant experience of business planning and strategy at a senior level
- A proven ability to manage staff and service providers effectively, including the ability to delegate to ensure delivery of objectives
- Experience of developing and delivering diversity and inclusion strategies
- Understanding of funding context
- Experience of drafting, reporting and monitoring funding applications
Job Responsibilities
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of human resources procedures and relevant employment law
- Sound working knowledge of IT systems and networks
- Understanding of the legal requirements for charities and companies
- Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and experience of building-based management
Role specific competencies:
- An outstanding administrator with exceptional organisation and planning skills and an eye for detail
- Excellent financial management skills, including the ability to plan and monitor budgets and analyse and present financial information using spreadsheets
- Good strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to successfully manage a varied workload
- A confident communicator with the authority and sensitivity to deputise for the Directors in their absence and take the lead role in managing a broad range of practical and personnel issues
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Deputy Director
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Crafts
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 30 Jun 2023
- Location:
London
