Creative Communities Coordinator

The Old Fire Station is a centre for creativity in Oxford housing two organisations: the homelessness charity Crisis and the Old Fire Station (OFS). We share our building.  We are looking for a dynamic Creative Communities Coordinator who will support people to participate in and shape our arts work,focusing on individuals who are facing tough times because of disadvantage. You will build connections and deepen relationships with people and partners across the city.

This post will be part time, 29.5 hours per week. The hours can be worked over a flexible pattern. Permanent role, subject to a 6-month probationary period.  Benefits include:

Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro rata), including bank holidays (Some days need to be taken at specified times during the year)

Additional annual leave awarded for long service

Free tickets to selected shows

Staff discount in the café

A pension is offered to all employees

Flexibility and hybrid working available

What would make the ideal candidate:

Emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and an ability to build connections

A collaborative approach to working with others

Ability to work in partnership with a range of external organisations

Experience of working with and supporting people with a range of support and access needs

Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)

An eye for detail Excellent administration, including proficiency with database and office systems – Word, Excel, Outlook

The ability to work under pressure, multitask, use initiative and work to strict deadlines

Ability to handle personal and emotional challenges in relation to vulnerable people, resilience, handling conflict, drawing lines between personal and professional

Experience leading and project managing creative projects

Passion for and experience within the arts and an understanding of their inherent value in society

 A willingness to undertake appropriate training

Experience of (or ability to learn) budget management

Please see our website for more information about the job where you can also download a job pack and application