DYLAN QUINN DANCE THEATRE
COMPANY MANAGER
Dylan Quinn Dance Theatre is Northern Ireland’s only rural based professional
dance company and is a key organisation in The Arts Council of Northern
Ireland’s strategy for dance development across Northern Ireland.
The Company Manager is a central role within Dylan Quinn Dance Theatre. The
post holder will work with the Artistic Director and Finance and Administration
Officer to ensure the smooth running of company activities and assist in the
development of long-term strategic goals.
The Company Manager will contribute to the sustainability of Dylan Quinn Dance
Theatre, through the development and management of solid organisational
foundations, to enable long-term growth.
Main Purpose of the Job
Working closely with the Artistic Director and Board of Directors to achieve the
artistic, social and commercial aims of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Planning, organisational development and management
• Assuming overall responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the
Company and all its administrative systems.
• Work with the Artistic Director on all aspects of professional production &
associated tour development & programming
• Maintain the programme of community classes & activities in conjunction
with key venues & partners, while continuing to explore scope for
development
• Support and oversee staff management and appraisals in partnership with
the Artistic Director and Board of Governors.
• Manage and produce external contracts and agreements
• Support the Finance and Administration Officer in ensuring all office
systems are aligned and developed to the operational needs of the
company
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Work with Finance and Administration Officer and DQDT accountants to
produce quarterly Management Accounts
To actively engage with the Artistic Director in the strategic development
of Dylan Quinn Dance Theatre, through short, medium and long term
planning
To enable and ensure effective and regular communication between all
core staff members and freelance, short-term staff.
Maintain and develop effective company systems for recording, monitoring
and evaluating targets.
Ensure that DQDT conforms to all financial, legal, statutory and
contractual requirements
Advocacy
• To maintain positive and effective relations with all funders, partners,
venues and commissioning partners of DQDT
• To attend key events, meetings and festivals where appropriate and play
an active role in raising the profile of DQDT in such settings
Marketing
• To develop core marketing and communication strategies and activities to
promote and enhance profile of DQDT locally, regionally and
internationally
• To maintain and update all administrative, IT and social media
systems/outlets
Other
• Work with AD to develop and update appropriate company policies and
procedures in order to promote best practice
• To maintain the company storage space
• Prepare and present written and verbal progress reports to the Board
• Work with Board of Directors to organise and facilitate meetings
• To work at all times within the terms of employment law and in respect of
any internal policies and procedures in place
• Undertake training as appropriate
COMPANY MANAGER
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
Experience, knowledge & skills
• 3+ years office or company management experience
• Demonstrable organisational & administrative skills
• Professional, confident, calm and tactful approach with a strong ability to
deal appropriately with a wide variety of people
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Excellent planning, organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to
work on own initiative
Excellent ICT skills e.g. word processing, spread sheets, email, web based
services etc.
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Sound financial skills and proven ability to work within budgets
Proficient and accurate written and numerical skills with excellent attention
to detail
Personal Attributes
• Self motivated, flexible, strategic thinker, who is not afraid of new
challenges
• Energy, ambition and a commitment to consistent high quality, accurate
work
• Willingness and ability to work in a hands-on environment
• The ability to thrive in a small company environment with an evolving and
changing programme of work
DESIRABLE
• Experience in the preparation of company accounts.
• Experience in arts management
• Experience in applying for public and private funding
• Experience with MAC computers
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Responsible to
Working alongside
Responsible for
Artistic Director
Finance and Administration Officer
Finance and Administration Officer
Salary
£20,000 pro rata (Actual pay £12,000)
Hours
24 hours per week, hours to be agreed with
successful candidate. Some flexibility will be required
during business times.
Location
Dylan Quinn Dance Theatre office, Enniskillen
Term
2 year contract with the prospect for extension.
Holiday
30 days pro rata per annum inclusive of Bank
Holidays per calendar year
Probation Period
6 month probationary period, subject to review
Notice Period
4 weeks