Thank you for the interest in Peacock Visual Arts General Manager position. We are an equal opportunities employer. Part-time 28 hours per week

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1 Peacock Visual Arts 21 Castle St Aberdeen AB11 5BQ March 2018 Thank you for the interest in Peacock Visual Arts General Manager position. We are an equal opportunities employer. Job title: Starting date: Salary: Working hours: Closing date for applications: Interviews: GENERAL MANAGER 5/6/2018 (2-year Fixed Term) 26,400 ( 33,000 pro-rata) plus pension Part-time 28 hours per week 16/4/2018 at 5:30pm 27/4/2018 at Peacock Visual Arts The GENERAL MANAGER is a key role within PVA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, its programme, operations and facilities across our two main sites: The Old Schoolhouse and The W OR M. You will be responsible to the Director and work closely with the Finance & Admin Manager, Arts & Business Development Manager, and Marketing Manager. Contents of application pack: Application information sheet pg 2 About Peacock Visual Arts pg 3 Job details pg 4

2 Information sheet How to Apply? Please send a current curriculum vitae and a supporting letter that clearly details: Why you are interested in this post Your relevant experience and evidence of it Please ensure that the CV and letter are no more than 3 x sides A4 each. You must also send details of 3 referees (including your current employer), one of whom you are happy for us to contact prior to interview Applications and enquiries should be directed to John Morrison, Marketing Manager, Peacock Visual Arts, 21 Castle St, Aberdeen AB11 5BQ or by to john@peacockvisualarts.co.uk by 16th April 2018 at 5:30pm. Applications sent after the deadline will not be considered. Selection Process: Applications will be short-listed and candidates informed by 19th April Interviews will take place 27th April 2018 at Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen. Starting date will be 5th June Further Information: Peacock Visual Arts website: You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Contacts: If you have any queries about the application process, please contact John Morrison on telephone: john@peacockvisualarts.co.uk

3 About Peacock Visual Arts Since 1974, Peacock Visual Arts has supported thousands of artists in the production of artworks, ranging from prints, to video works, photography, performance and site specific public installations. At its core lies the idea of the multiple, work that can be reproduced in a variety of formats, analogue and digital. Peacock s objective is to support art and artists at all stages, through making, learning and showing. This framework is centered on the activities and experiences of people coming into Peacock Visual Arts, at any stage of their practice, from children s workshops to exhibitions with established international artists. Peacock puts artists - both current and potential, present and future - at the heart of the organisation. This framework allows Peacock Visual Arts to nurture Aberdeen s cultural life from the ground up, fostering spaces of encounter and dialogue, allowing different communities to define and express their own sense of culture and its value, to come together and dream their own futures. Peacock s printmaking team and workshop, offer many traditional print mediums to artists and the community looking to create work or further their artistic skill set. Peacock Digi provides access and support for artists, makers, businesses, schools, students and the public to create and manufacture using a range of digital equipment and services. The studio is open to anyone looking to learn about and use new creative technologies including 3D Printing, Laser Cutting/Engraving, 3D Scanning, Risograph printing and Design Software. Hand tools are also available for traditional methods of creating. In August 2017 Peacock launched the W OR M, a new multipurpose space for exhibitions, artist talks, screenings, workshops and critical debate. It is a space for discussion, deliberation and action from the ground up. The programme engages in artistic, social, economic and environmental terms with the city of Aberdeen and its possible futures.

4 Job Description Position: Hours: Reporting to: Salary: Annual Leave: General Manager Part-time, 28 hours per week Director 26,400 ( 33,000 pro-rata) plus pension 28 days inc. Bank Holidays Job Purpose: The GENERAL MANAGER is a key role within PVA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, its programme, operations and facilities across our two main sites: The Old Schoolhouse and The W OR M. You will be responsible to the Director and work closely with the Finance & Admin Manager, Arts & Business Development Manager, and Marketing Manager. Key responsibilities and accountabilities: Operational responsibility for the smooth and efficient day to day running and co-ordination of the organisation s programme of activities and events (Making, Learning, Showing), ensuring that facilities and core service functions are fit for purpose at all time Line manage Arts & Business Development Manager, Finance & Admin Manager, Marketing Manager Oversee the co-ordination of staff rotas to ensure appropriate cover for operational activities and events in both The Old Schoolhouse and The W OR M Ensure effective internal communication with and between all staff. Management schedules and boards (in office & on web) are accurate and up to date and that all staff access this on a regular basis to keep informed about all PVA projects and activities Be responsible for ensuring our Website is current and up to date at all time Work with colleagues across the organisation to develop, implement and continually review PVA policies, processes and procedures relating to Health and Safety Be responsible for the two PVA buildings and the maintenance and upkeep of fixture, fittings and equipment and to arrange remedial repairs where necessary Ensure that the print store is welcoming to clients and that the stock is up to date Develop a long-term strategy for the upkeep of the buildings including planning and delivery of dilapidations schedule Monitor space usage, ensuring all the spaces are used to their maximum potential, accommodating optimum number of users (including space use and hot-desking by the PVA Associates). Monitor storage space (both on and off-site)

5 Key responsibilities and accountabilities: (cont.) Manage Health and Safety and be responsible for ensuring that PVA s buildings and working environments comply at all time with Health and Safety policies in relation to all employees, visitors and public events - Ensure that the Old School and the W OR M are tidy, clean, disabled accessible (when possible) - Work with the studio managers to ensure that all spaces are tidy, clean and welcoming to the public and users - Ensure that the kitchen, library and all the shared areas are maintained clean and safe Be responsible for managing and monitoring the security of the building ensuring regular tests of the fire alarm, fire exits and fire safety equipment Oversee and co-ordinate effective training in all Health and Safety fire and evacuation procedures across the organisation Be responsible for managing and monitoring the usage and maintenance of all equipment and plant Audit, organize and store all kit belonging to PVA. Responsible for kit sign in and out sheets Ensure the use and maintenance of the facilities are aligned to core operational budgets Accountable for the Cleaning of the buildings Prepare and provide reports for the Director and Board as required Act as a key holder and be on the emergency call-out list Attend internal and external meetings as required, training sessions and other events, which may take place outside normal working hours Accountable for ensuring all statutory and legal obligations/requirements are met by the Company Carry out duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Director Skills & Knowledge requirements: either essential or desirable Ability to co-ordinate resources in a busy organisation and/or venue with proven experience of planning, project management and operational delivery Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, work under pressure in an orderly and systematic way, prioritise own workload and meet deadlines Ability to nurture the skills of individuals under their supervision. Showing strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with individuals at all levels Proven track record of Health and Safety management. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and procedures in an arts context and ability to implement legislative requirements Excellent administrative and organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail

6 Skills & Knowledge requirements: either essential or desirable (cont.) Proven ability to manage the budgets set by the director and board in relation to the buildings and programmes Excellent IT skills in Word, Excel, and Project Management Tool (Teamwork, Slack) Excellent literacy and numeracy skills Excellent communication skills; tact, confidence and maturity to engage with a wide range of people A flexible, can-do attitude, able and willing to be hands on and problem solve Able to work outside of core office hours when necessary Practical skills and experience relating to day to day maintenance issues (Desirable) A valid first aid at work certificate (Desirable) Personal Qualities: Reliable and enthusiastic for the visual arts and culture Committed to working collaboratively within a small team Efficient, able to prioritise and stay calm under pressure Able to multi-task effectively Able to self-manage Willing to learn and develop Willing to align with PVA s ethos, culture and values Adaptable, flexible and responsive Open, warm and positive Treats everyone with respect and trust