Job Title:
General Manager
Reports to:
Artistic Director
Responsible for:
Development Officer and Admin/Communications Officer
Purpose:
To support the work of the Artistic Director and team in
the delivery of Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre’s
artistic and education initiatives, by ensuring the general
administration of the company, its offices and projects are
efficiently planned and managed.
Salary:
£30,000
Hours/Terms:
37.5 hours per week to include evening and weekend
work
KEY AIMS
To manage effectively the company’s financial, legal, administrative and operational
matters
To work with the Artistic Director and Board to develop and deliver the company’s
strategic plan
To work with the Artistic Director to develop the profile of Toonspeak Young People’s
Theatre
To diversify the company’s income streams in order to develop the financial growth
and stability of the company
To assist in the production of projects as identified by the Artistic Director
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
The General Manager will be expected to carry out the following duties:
Finance
To lead on all financial management including: preparation and presentation of
annual budgets, day to day book-keeping, monthly cashflow projections and
management accounts.
To liaise with the accountant in the preparation of the annual accounts
To communicate financial matters at board meetings and with external stakeholders
Income Generation
To develop a fundraising strategy to diversify the company’s income strands
To prepare funding proposals and reports
To liaise with funders, sponsors, donors etc
Producing & Project Management
To assist the Artistic Director in productions and project management
To work with the Artistic Director to develop new relationships with venues,
promoters, potential partners and agencies
To proof and confirm freelance contracts drafted by project leads
To ensure that all projects are documented and evaluated appropriately
To ensure that all legal, financial and technical requirements are dealt with
Marketing
To work with the Artistic Director to create a marketing and audience development
strategy for the company
To manage the company’s digital and traditional marketing channels
To develop the company’s media profile
To supervise the development and maintenance of company databases
To supervise draft press releases and plan, organise and oversee press and PR for
the company’s work
Legal
To ensure Toonspeak Young Peoples Theatre’s compliance with legislation such as
HR, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, charities legislation, Companies House
and other legally required insurances and company liability
Personnel
To be responsible, in conjunction with the Artistic Director, for all personnel matters
including recruitment, contracts, training and appraisal systems. To provide line
management support to the Development Officer and the Admin/Communications
Officer
Board Management
Organising board meetings, minute taking and distribution of papers
Policy and Planning
To review and update company policies in collaboration with the Artistic Director and
Board
To support the Artistic Director in the creation and implementation of the Strategic
Plan
General
To co-ordinate staff and team meetings
To undertake any duties which may reasonably may be requested to ensure the
smooth running of Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre
To maintain confidentiality
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications
Track record of successful fundraising
Proven financial management
Excellent IT literacy
Understanding of charity legislation
Experience of staff management
Knowledge of HR policies and practice
DESIRABLE
Driving License
Finance experience in the charity sector
Understanding of engagement and
participatory practice in the arts
Experience
3 years of experience in arts/charity
sector administration
Implementing strategic plans
Project Management
Experience of producing arts projects
Personal Qualities
Excellent communication, interpersonal &
presentation skills
Ability to prioritise and work under
pressure
Adept and quick learner
Openness to working with & engaging
with a range of communities
High motivation and good team player
with a flexible approach