About Nupur Arts Grassroots training for 200+ participants aged 3-55+ Pre-professional development programmes supporting progression into professional practice The curation of professional showcases and commissions Supported by Arts Council England as a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), we are undertaking a five-year growth plan to expand our reach and impact. About the Role Reporting to the Associate Director and Artistic Director, and occasionally the Board, the role supports a varied programme including festivals, theatre productions, wellbeing and education programmes, artist development, professional commissions, and sector research. The role is Leicestershire-based, with three days per week in our Leicester City Centre office and on-site attendance for key events. This is a six-month fixed-term freelance role, with potential extension based on performance. Essential Desirable Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across the organisational portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle from planning to close-down and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Maintain oversight of the project portfolio, priorities, timelines, and dependencies. Manage funder reporting and governance requirements, including NPO activity plans, financial reporting, and surveys, ensuring compliance with funding and regulatory standards. Support board reporting, audits, funding reviews, and funding applications. Line-manage and coordinate project teams, providing clear direction, task allocation, and performance oversight. Develop and manage project plans, budgets, risk registers, KPIs, and reporting for senior leadership, funders, and the Board. Oversee financial management, forecasting, grant claims, and evidence submissions. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and capture learning and impact Our Offer: Job type: Fixed-term freelance contract (6 months) To apply:Job Summary
Job Description
Nupur Arts is the East Midlands' largest South Asian dance academy, inspiring people through dance, community, and heritage. With 35 years' experience, we have developed globally recognised, award-winning talent, drawing on the creativity of young people and the British South Asian diaspora to make South Asian dance accessible. Our work spans three core areas:
We are seeking a Project Management Officer to manage and deliver our organisational portfolio, including the Academy, NPO-funded projects and events, and additional activities. You will line-manage project staff, oversee full project lifecycles, and maintain portfolio oversight, with responsibility for NPO governance and reporting.Job Requirements
Job Responsibilities
How to Apply
• A collaborative mission-led work culture, combining passion and purpose which
brings meaningful experiences to thousands of people
• The opportunity to work with and grow the largest South Asian dance
organisation in the East Midlands
• Ownership and autonomy to deliver community impact
• Personal growth opportunities and development through relevant training and
networking
• Occasional hybrid working, flexible hours, and opportunities for rapid career
progression
• Competitive fees and long-term growth incentives
Compensation: Competitive
Hours: Approx. 24 hours/ week
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am-5:30pm
Location: Leicester, UK
Review: Potential for extension after the initial term, subject to
performance
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