Severn Arts

Job Description

To provide leadership to the organisation working with the Senior Leadership Team to develop, deliver and evaluate our agreed strategic business plan; promote growth and sustainability, and foster a positive, inspiring work environment that empowers our teams to deliver our vision and goals. Lead the charity's vision, values and strategic direction working closely with Trustees to ensure a resilient, ambitious organisation that connects communities through creative endeavour and engagement.

Support the Chair of Trustees to ensure that the Board and sub-committees are equipped and informed, enabling effective and appropriate governance. Drive the successful development of income generation through successful fundraising and partnership development to ensure Severn Arts' sustainability. Work with and support the Director of Operations and Resources to develop and implement an informed financial plan and be accountable for the annual budget.

Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders locally, regionally, and nationally and be an ambassador and spokesperson for the organisation. Work and negotiate with strategic funding partners to ensure that outcomes and KPIs are aligned and delivered for the benefit of our audiences and users and for the long-term sustainability of Severn Arts. Provide leadership across the organisation and ensure Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access is embedded into all aspects of our work, team, and offer.

Ensure a joined up, supportive working environment that sets out clear values, encourages creativity and contributions from everyone and enables the staff team, volunteers and our Board to flourish and thrive. Overall responsibility for adherence to all company policies and working practices. This post is subject to a criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applicants requiring assistance to complete their applications should contact Jo Oxholm (email address above). If there are any barriers to you applying, please let Jo know. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds,
particularly those who are underrepresented in leadership within the arts and culture sector.

Final date to receive applications is Sunday 29 March.

Interviews will take place at Severn Arts’ offices. There will be a two stage process. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Wednesday 15 April. Second stage interviews will take place w/c Monday 20 April.

If you would like to discuss the role with our Chair or current Chief Executive, please email Jo Oxholm at  or ring the Office Manager on

We lead Herefordshire and Worcestershire's Music Education Hub, funded by ACE, teaching music in all types of education settings.

We manage Worcester's Place Partnership programme, Local Voices, Creative Choices; we host Reimagine Redditch, a Creative People and Places project; and support the creative sector in Malvern working with MHDC.