Community Connections Manager [maternity cover]
£31,000 to £35,000 per annum
Closing Date 17 September 2026
Fixed Term
About the Organisation
Since 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival has existed to promote the exchange of ideas and deepen understanding between cultures through an unparalleled global celebration of exceptional performing arts. We are the original festival and bring some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.
Each August, we present the finest and most original performers and ensembles from the worlds of opera, music, dance and theatre over three weeks in venues across the city of Edinburgh. Throughout the rest of the year, we devise bespoke experiences to inspire our audiences and communities, to unlock their creativity and cultural curiosity. Our vision is simple: to provide the deepest experience of the highest quality art for the broadest possible audience.
About the Role
To develop and manage the Festival’s core programme of community engagement. Building long-term, impactful connections and relationships with organisations and communities across Edinburgh that meaningfully connect the Festival to people in their local spaces. To create and deliver projects and participation opportunities for young people to meaningfully connect the Festival, develop skills, creativity and curiosity.
How to Apply
- Download: the full job description HERE
- Apply: via the dedicated jobs portal HERE
- Deadline: 5pm on Thursday 17 September - due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.
- Interviews: to take place in the week commencing 27 September
EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences. To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website.
Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland.
Registered charity number SC004694.