Programme Manager Vacancy
We are looking for a Programme Manager to join our small and dynamic team at People Express to bridge the gap between community groups, artists and partners, managing and curating creative projects that engage the communities of South Derbyshire and East Staffordshire. They will be responsible for community relationships, project logistics, budgeting, artist coordination and monitoring and evaluation.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about how inclusive arts and culture can positively impact communities and who have been working within the participatory/community arts sector and/or with artists and communities professionally, for no less than three years.
People Express Programme Manager Job Description 2026.pdf
People Express Programme Manager PERSON SPEC.pdf
How to apply – Please send us the following:
1. A CV and an Expression of Interest or covering letter (500 words maximum) telling us why you are interested in this role, why you feel you are suited, illustrating a clear connection to the job description above, with up to 6 links to images/projects that you would like to share with us.
Please email your application to: julie.goodwin@people-express.org.uk
(Please note that, as Julie Goodwin is on extended leave, the emails are managed by Helen Litherland)
Deadline for Applications: Friday 28th August 2026
Notification of shortlisting: Tuesday 8th September 2026