Arts and Culture Programme Manager

South Holland; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Lincolnshire is seeking an Arts and Culture Programme Manager to lead arts and cultural projects that celebrate local heritage. This role involves managing all aspects of the National Portfolio Organisation programme, enhancing community engagement, and championing diversity in cultural activities. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in budgeting and delivering cultural projects. This role offers a chance to create a lasting impact on the community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave scheme

Free Eye Test voucher

Flexible Working Policy

Agile Working Policy

Long service recognition

Career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets and delivering cultural projects.
• Ability to engage diverse communities.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver arts and cultural projects celebrating local heritage.
• Manage all aspects of the NPO programme from commissioning to evaluation.
• Work with stakeholders to increase engagement in arts and culture.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Community engagement

Strategic awareness

Job description

At East Lindsey District Council, we believe heritage and culture are at the heart of regeneration and community pride. We’re looking for a passionate leader to drive our ambitious Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) programme—bringing creativity, heritage, and innovation together to transform lives across South and East Lincolnshire.

As Arts and Culture Programme Manager, you’ll:

• Lead and deliver inspiring arts and cultural projects that celebrate local heritage.
• Manage all aspects of the NPO programme—from commissioning and budgeting to event planning and evaluation.
• Work with creative practitioners, partners, and communities to increase engagement and raise the profile of arts and culture.
• Champion diversity and inclusion, ensuring cultural activity reaches every corner of our partnership area.

We’re looking for someone who combines creative vision with strong project management skills, strategic awareness, and the ability to build partnerships. You’ll need experience managing budgets, delivering cultural projects, and engaging diverse communities.

This is your chance to be an ambassador for the arts, shape cultural strategy, and make a lasting impact on our region. You’ll join a forward-thinking council that values creativity, collaboration, and flexible working.

If you’re a dynamic project manager with a passion for arts, heritage, and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us put culture at the heart of Lincolnshire’s future.

• Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Long service recognition
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities

*Certain restrictions may apply

We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.

ABOUT US

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Amy Beckett, Interim Place Manager on [e-mail].

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.