Glasgow International Open Programme Convenor

Glasgow International Open Programme Convenor
£36,272.27 - £42,116.92
Location: Tramway, 25 Albert Road, Glasgow G41 2PE
Ref: GLA14070

About Glasgow International
Glasgow International is Scotland's biennial festival of contemporary art. Every two years the festival presents an array of artists' projects across Glasgow by international artists and those based locally, amplifying the city's identity as a vibrant and distinctive centre for artistic production, presentation and cultural organising. Glasgow International | Festival of Contemporary Art
More about our Arts and Music teams
As a Glasgow International’s Open Programme Convenor you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Arts & Music team. We provide people with valuable and meaningful experiences through arts and music. Our high-quality services, world-class events and festivals benefit the people of Glasgow. We help people experience the benefits of taking part in cultural programmes and events. These contribute to Glasgow's visitor economy. We make sure everyone gets the most out of Glasgow Life and use culture to promote inclusion and happiness. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-cultural-venues
About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.
The role
As a Glasgow International Open Programme Convenor you’ll be an integral part of the team and will oversee, support and deliver Glasgow International’s Open Programme. Reporting to the Festival Director, you will work alongside a dedicated team.
If you’re interested in joining us as Glasgow International’s Open Programme Convenor you’ll need:
-Experience of working in festivals or contemporary arts spaces and/or arts in education/community settings.
-Demonstrated knowledge of Glasgow’s visual art community.
-Demonstrated experience of project management.
-Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with a variety of partners, groups and organisations.
-Production experience – knowledge of timelines and what is needed to install exhibitions and to deliver live events.
You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.
We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.
Our office is based at Tramway and has great links to public transport with parking nearby.
This role is a temporary contract and involves working part time (4 days per week) until 31 December 2025, and then full time (5 days per week) from 1 January 2026 to 30 September 2026.
For Fixed Term Roles - If offer is made to internal employee (Glasgow Life or Council Family), at the end of the temporary period, eligible employees, if agreed will have a right to return to a role at their substantive grade within the council family.
We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.
Important Dates: Closing date is 31 August 2025 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 8 September 2025.

Benefits at Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• And much more!

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer
To apply for this vacancy online please visit Glasgow International Open Programme Convenor - (Fixed-Term) - GLA14070 | Glasgow Life | myjobscotland
Closing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 31st August 2025

Information is available in alternative formats, on request.

Museum Website: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/glasgow/glasgow-life/jobs/glasgow-international-open-programme-convenor-fixed-term-436104