Arts Project Manager

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Role

Support the delivery of impactful Arts programmes that connect artists, creative organisations, and cultural sectors across the UK and beyond. Build strong partnerships, enable high-quality programme delivery, and foster creative collaboration, cultural exchange, and innovation to drive inclusive growth and lasting impact through the arts.

Role Accountabilities

Sector / Subject Expertise

• Using local arts sector insight and global collaboration to deliver impactful arts programmes that meet country needs and support UK arts organisations.
• Maintaining knowledge of UK arts priorities and identifying opportunities for collaboration between UK and in-country arts sectors.

Leadership & Management

• Providing specialist expertise and collaborating with global Arts teams to ensure programmes are locally relevant and effectively delivered.
• Managing Arts activities to global standards while embedding EDI and anti-racist practices across programmes.

Strategy and Planning

• Supporting planning and delivery of the country arts portfolio, building internal alignment around strategic objectives.
• Leveraging digital products, services and channels to maximise portfolio impact and sustainability.

Relationship and Stakeholder Management

• Building and maintaining strong partnerships across the arts and wider cultural sectors to stay connected to key trends and opportunities.
• Developing a diverse network of creative and cultural sector stakeholders in-country.

Brand and Market Positioning

• Championing the diversity of the UK arts and creative industries sector and strengthening the British Council's value proposition.
• Developing communications that showcase impactful stories and reinforce the British Council's reputation as a valued not-for-profit partner.

Programme Management

• Managing project finances, contracts, procurement, grants, due diligence and reporting to ensure effective delivery.
• Leading project management plans, resolving and escalating issues as needed, and holding partners, consultants and team members accountable for delivery.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree and/or equivalent experience

Professional Qualification and Certification

• Project management or equivalent qualification or equivalent work experience

Role specific knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good knowledge and understanding of current trends and practices in at least one sector of the arts and creative industries in the country
• Demonstrated experience of working on national arts/ creative industry projects

Desirable

• Understanding and appreciation of current arts trends and practices in the UK
• Proven ability to deliver international arts projects and foster cross-cultural collaboration

Important Information:

Language Requirements: Proficient written and spoken English and Arabic

Pay Band: 6 G

Department: Arts

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (2 years)

Location/Country: Beirut, Lebanon

Working Arrangement: Onsite

Closing Date: 01 October 2026 at 11:59 PM IST and 01 October 2026 at 09:29 PM EEST

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 requirements/right to work in country: Candidates should ensure they have the pre-existing legal right to live and work in the country where the role is based. Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

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.

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