20/20 Project Assistant

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The opportunity

We are seeking an outstanding, experienced and enthusiastic Project Assistant to provide administrative support for a groundbreaking programme combining artist residencies with artistic commissioning at scale. The 20/20 project is funded by Freelands Foundation, Arts Council England and UAL. Based at the Decolonising Arts Institute and managed by the Project Producer, the post holder will work closely with the Decolonising Arts Institute Director, Project Partners, Working Group and Advisory Group members, and other project stakeholders. The responsibilities of this essential role will include setting up meetings, maintaining records, organising programme and network activities and events, supporting stakeholder relationships, assisting with publicity, and liaising with project partners and other University departments and teams. 

About you

You have a first degree in a relevant subject and administrative knowledge in relation to artists’ residencies and commissioning. In particular, you will have relevant experience of working on large-scale projects with multiple partners and experience of supporting creative practice, plus experience of organising events/meetings, workshops and promotional media. You will also have experience of drafting communications for different stakeholders, preparing project documents, compiling progress reports and disseminating information in accessible and inclusive ways to diverse audiences.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at RKEEstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk or 020 7514 2965. 

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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