Programme Director – Re-Centre

Opportunity Overview

Re-centre is Salford's new Creative people and Places programme, funded by Arts Council England as the first phase of a wider 10-year vision for community-led cultural change across the city.

The strategic, creative and hands-on leadership role requires someone who can build trusted relationships, develop partnerships and support communities to shape cultural activity rooted in neighbourhoods, everyday life and shared city-wide moments.

We are looking for a collaborative, values-led leader excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of culture in Salford.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of the Re-centre across Salford.
• Build trusted relationships with communities, artists, partners and stakeholders.
• Support communities to shape cultural activity, commissioning and decision-making.
• Oversee ambitious cultural activity across neighbourhoods and shared city-wide moments.
• Provide strategic, creative and operational leadership across programme delivery, partnerships, governance and the Re-centre delivery team.

About the University

As a civic university rooted in Salford, we are committed to supporting creativity, participation and cultural development across the city and wider region.

We are proud of our collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, strong industry partnerships and commitment to creativity, innovation and social impact.

Our work connects closely with the cultural and creative ecology of Salford and Greater Manchester, supporting opportunities for collaboration across communities, industry and civic partners.

This post will be supported by colleagues across both professional services and academic faculties.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent pension scheme, impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas, and the opportunity to buy more.
• Flexible working – we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development – we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Wellbeing support – we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from counselling to sports and fitness facilities.
• Live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK; our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links, our MediaCity campus is at the heart of a world‑renowned digital and media hub.
• Team Salford – join us and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities.

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