Arts Coordinator

As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Role Purpose

Supports the Arts & Culture programme team in the implementation of Arts & Culture programmes and contracts in compliance with British Council policies and procedures, including financial administration, reporting and data collection, evaluation, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners.

Role Accountabilities

Project Management

• Manage programme data, including timely data entry, quality assurance, basic monitoring analysis and progress reporting for funders.
• Support compliance activities including due diligence, records management, data collection and storage.
• Manage grants administration, selection and evaluation, and procurement processes.
• Coordinate events and training components within programmes.
• Support the Project/Programme Manager with diversity mainstreaming action plans.

Relationship and Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders at the appropriate level.
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring they deliver agreed services effectively.

Financial Management

• Support project financial planning, budget expenditure and forecasting, including management of smaller budgets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with audit requirements.
• Ensure vendor payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS/SAP Finance guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with British Council financial policies and procedures and relevant funder/partner requirements.

Managing Self and Others

• Hold vendors and suppliers accountable for effective service delivery.
• Work independently and manage workload effectively against project deadlines.
• Contribute to an inclusive and anti-racist culture where people feel valued and treated equitably.
• Apply the British Council’s EDI approach and support learning and development around EDI and anti-racism.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and/or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in an Arts-related area.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or contracts.
• Experience in administrative and financial administration and reporting.
• Good understanding of basic monitoring and evaluation concepts and their importance to effective project management.
• Experience of working with external partners and stakeholders.

Language

The British Council's systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required.

Important Information

Location- India

Contract Type- IDC (Indefinite Contract)

Pay Band- 4

Background Checks

Employment with the British Council is subject to satisfactory background checks, both before appointment and periodically during employment, as required. The nature and level of checks will depend on the role and applicable local laws.

Proof of Identity & Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the role is based at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Visa sponsorship, immigration support and relocation assistance are not provided for this role.

Closing Date & Time-

29th October 2026 11:59 IST (Indian Standard Time)

Additional Job requirements Details

Travel and Weekend Working

• Regular domestic and international travel alongside attendance at evening and weekend arts sector events, not just those led by the British Council.
• Working from the office is expected at least 3 days a week.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email [email protected]