Programme and Outreach Officer - Req24595

Company	Leeds City CouncilSee more
Address	Leeds, West Yorkshire
Form of work	Fixed term
Salary	£26,421.00 - £28,770.00
Category	IT

Job description

Job title: Programme and Outreach Officer
Salary: £26,421- £28,770
Hours: 37 hours
Contract: Temporary until 31st March 2026

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of Leeds Film which organises Leeds International Film Festival, Leeds Young Film Festival and the INDIs Film Festival, and year-round activities. Leeds Film is part of the Arts, Events & Venues service at Leeds City Council which also organises Light Night Leeds, Leeds International Concert Season and Leeds International Beer Festival, and operates Leeds Town Hall, Carriageworks Theatre and Millennium Square. Leeds Film is currently based at Carriageworks Theatre.

The Programme and Outreach Officer is responsible for coordinating the development and delivery of film programming and community outreach for Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) and year-round LIFF activities. The job will focus on reaching underrepresented and underserved audiences in Leeds and West Yorkshire through the film Programme and community outreach as part of LIFF and year-round activities. The job will also support, help service, and contribute to all programming.

About you

As Programme and Outreach Officer, you will bring to the role:

a passion for film culture
a strong interest in film programming and reaching new audiences for film
experience of Programme and/or project development and delivery in film or the arts
experience of creating and developing new partnerships with a variety of organisations
the ability to develop and implement Programme and/or project ideas and solutions
excellent administrative, organisational, and time-management skills
excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer you
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

How to apply

Please upload your CV and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.

If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Alexander King, Programme Manager, by phone on 0113 3787155 or email alexander.king@leeds.gov.uk

We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is ranked 70 on the Stonewall Equality Index 2023. We are also an age-friendly employer, a Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Leader.

All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Programme and Outreach Officer will be responsible for coordinating the development and delivery of film programming and community outreach for Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) and year-round activities. The job will focus on reaching underrepresented and underserved audiences in Leeds and West Yorkshire through the film Programme and community outreach as part of LIFF and year-round activities. The job will support, help service, and contribute to all programming and include some collaboration with festivals organised by Leeds Young Film.
Taking place every November, LIFF is organised by Leeds Film which also organises year-round activities including LIFF Presents and Cinema on the Square. In addition, Leeds Young Film is part of Leeds Film and organises Leeds Young Film Festival for children and families and INDIs Film Festival for ages 16-25. Leeds Film is part of the Leeds Arts, Events & Venues service at Leeds City Council and is currently based at Carriageworks Theatre on Millennium Square.

Responsibilities

Please note the duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.

Coordinate researching, selecting, booking, and servicing the programme for LIFF and year-round, in collaboration with the Programme Manager and freelance programmers.
Coordinate assigning, viewing, and servicing film submissions for LIFF. Lead on growing the level of film submissions from underrepresented UK and international filmmakers.
Contribute to programming features and shorts for LIFF and year-round, helping to create an accessible, diverse, and inclusive selection. Lead on growing the film selection from UK regions.
Research and identify community areas and partners to reach underrepresented and underserved audiences in Leeds and West Yorkshire. Develop the community outreach plan.
Coordinate reaching and consulting with the target community audiences, collaborating with partners, LIFF team members, and advisors on communications, engagement, and programme.
Develop a range of Programme and Outreach activities for LIFF and year-round for target community audiences. Collaborate with Leeds Young Film on activities for young audiences.
Coordinate the logistics and delivery of the activities with partners and other LIFF team members. Schedule and undertake or assign introductions, talks, Q&As, and other additional activity content.
Coordinate relationships with Programme and Outreach partners, building on existing ones and developing new ones from various sectors. Grow and coordinate the partner network.
Collaborate on sourcing and developing new partnership and funding opportunities for Programme and Outreach activities. Support the development of activities by those who live in communities.
Coordinate recruitment, assignment, communications, and support for temporary Programme and engagement team members, including community ambassadors, and for casuals and volunteers.
Support the delivery of LIFF in other programme activities as assigned, including helping to coordinate the LIFF competitions for features and shorts. Contribute to evaluation and reporting.
Collaborate with communications team members on marketing the Programme and Outreach activities. Contribute to writing copy for the film selection and other requirements.
Be flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills.
Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and appropriate CPD programmes.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.
Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.
Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g., child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

Qualifications

Please note that a university or college qualification is not essential for this position.

Essential Requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements.

Skills Required

Excellent administrative, organisational, and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Abie to be self-motivated and motivate others.
Able to respond flexibly to a variety of situations.
Able to deal with multiple priorities effectively.
Able to work to tight deadlines.
Able to work well with internal and external colleagues and partners.
Able to use digital tools and platforms for administration and communication.
Able to develop and implement Programme and/or project ideas and solutions.
Able to work flexibly across different work locations and areas as appropriate.

Knowledge Required

Good knowledge of independent UK and international film.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

Experience Required

Experience of Programme and/or project development and delivery in film or the arts.
Experience of creating and implementing Programme and/or project ideas and solutions.
Experience of creating and develop new partnerships with a variety of organisations.
Experience of engaging new audiences.

Behavioural and Other Characteristics Required

A passion for film culture.
A strong interest in film programming and reaching new audiences for film, especially underrepresented and underserved audiences.
Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.
Understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
Leeds City Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.

Desirable Requirements It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities. Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.

Knowledge Required