Executive Director

ArtsHub Australia Pty; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community arts organization in Portsmouth is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission into 2026. The successful candidate will oversee operations, manage projects, and support fundraising efforts, ensuring a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in the arts. Key qualifications include leadership experience, budget management skills, and proficiency with IT systems like Google Suite and Adobe. This role requires a dynamic individual with a passion for the arts and proven ability to manage teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience working with artists in a leadership role.
• Proactive in promoting diversity across the organization.
• High-level written communication skills.
• Capacity to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Experience in implementing best practices in people management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of Downtown Pompey's Business Plan.
• Act as a vital interface between creative and operational aspects.
• Provide information to the Chair of the Board.
• Manage fundraising initiatives and oversee project delivery.

Skills

Leadership in arts organizations

Commitment to LGBTQIA+ inclusion

Theatre and performance experience

Project management

Budget management

Fundraising experience

Interpersonal communication skills

IT systems fluency

Tools

Google Suite

Zoom

Adobe

Xero

Job description

Job Summary

We’re at a pivotal point in the development of Downtown Pompey and we’re excited to announce that we are looking for an Executive Director. We’re looking for an experienced, innovative and passionate leader to take us into 2026 and support our onward ambitions and goals.

Job Description

Working in close partnership with the Artistic Director and Chair of Board, the role will be a vital interface between the creative and the operational aspects of the organisation, with the Executive Director overseeing delivery of all aspects of Downtown Pompey’s Business Plan, advancing its mission and vision.

We are at a pivotal and exciting point in the development of Downtown Pompey as we move towards becoming a CIO; part of this role will be around being active in our application.

The Executive Director will directly report to the Chair of Board and will provide them with the necessary information and resources to oversee the organisation’s vision and mission and responsibilities to key stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrable relevant work experience working with artists and companies in a leadership role
• Commitment to furthering intersectional LGBTQIA+ arts & culture
• Proactive attitude to promoting diversity and inclusion across the sector
• Enthusiasm for and experience of theatre, performance and Live Art
• High-level interpersonal, written communications skills and attention to detail
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Capacity to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks in a busy environment
• Experience of implementing best practices in people management
• Fluency in IT systems (we use Google Suite, Zoom, Adobe and Xero)
• Ability to manage and motivate staff
• Solution-oriented and a problem solver
• Budget management experience
• Fundraising experience
• Project delivery/programme management experience

Job Responsibilities

For a more comprehensive breakdown of the role please see the website for details.

Specific duties and responsibilities as Executive Director:

Governance

Fundraising

Project Management

People Management

Finance

Legal

Contact for more info: [e-mail]