The Engagement Project Manager will work as part of the Public Engagement team to coordinate and deliver participatory, co-curated and engagement activities as part of Factory International's co-curation programme. The Engagement Project Manager will support the delivery of the participatory and co-curation programme. The role will be responsible for recruiting and coordinating participants, artists, partners and internal teams to ensure activity is delivered safely and to a high standard. As the primary point of contact for the cohort, they build positive relationships that support participants' development throughout the programme. The role combines programme management with participant support, contributing to workshops and project activity. The role will ensure all opportunities reach the widest range of people, helping the programme activity to be truly representative of Greater Manchester, in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, disability, and class. The Engagement Project Manager also works to strengthen progression pathways for participants, connecting them with future opportunities across Factory International and the wider creative and cultural sector. ESSENTIAL - Ability to work independently, use initiative and exercise sound judgement in managing the day-to-day delivery of a complex creative programme - Confident in setting up and delivering workshops with artists and community participants - Knowledge of Greater Manchester's communities and neighbourhoods - A strong commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation - Ability to support community participants to develop and realise creative ideas, balancing decision-making with appropriate structure, guidance and practical support - Understanding of inclusive practice, being aware of different participants' needs and cultural sensitivities Development, delivery and evaluation - To work with the Senior Engagement Producer on participatory, co-curated and engagement activity - Liaise with the Senior Engagement Producer and members of the Public Engagement team on participant recruitment processes, including outreach and partnership building, ensuring all opportunities reach the widest range of people possible - Attend project meetings with the creative and producing teams to create and manage project schedules, databases and budgets for weekly discussion with the Senior Engagement Producer - Plan events and activities ensuring that adequate provision has been made for the welfare of all participants including refreshments, access support, and catering where appropriate - Deliver events and activities - this will include meetings (both online and in person); workshops, rehearsals and large-scale events - Ensure a worthwhile and enjoyable experience for all participants Please click on the URL to apply.Job Description
Job Requirements
- Experience of developing and delivering large-scale participatory or co-created work from development through to delivery and evaluationJob Responsibilities
How to Apply
Closing Date: 22 November 2026, 23:59.