General Manager

Eclipse is looking for a positive and efficient individual with a love of theatre and experience in charity finance, HR and/or system coordination to join the company as General Manager during a period of transition. This will be an opportunity to play a vital role in the organisation as it develops and instigates an exciting and ambitious new set of plans. This means you will gain experience in strategic planning and organisational development, working directly with senior leaders and trustees, while also utilising strong administrative and financial skills to coordinate the charity’s finances and day to day operations.

The ideal candidate will bring an understanding of budgets or finance management as well administration, along with a passion for theatre and culture to be made by and resonating with Black voices and the communities of the North of England.

Purpoose of the post:

• To develop and sustain effective management of the administration, operations, governance and policies of the company’s activities.
• To take responsibility for the development and control of the company’s finance function, including board, stakeholder and statutory reporting.
• To work directly with the leadership team and board to develop the organisation’s working practices and resilience, with regular contact with the Treasurer and Chair.

The General Manager is a key relationship for internal staff and suppliers as well as fielding enquiries from artists, partners and the general public.

Essential Skills include:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the arts, culture, charity, non-profit, education or social enterprise sectors.
• Experience of working at management level.
• Extensive experience, knowledge and understanding of administration systems in small organisations.
• Budget development and reconciliation experience.
• Finance management and/or accountancy experience (qualifications not expected).
• Provable knowledge of the wider arts and culture sector.

See job pack for full details.