The Jerwood Foundation is seeking a committed and experienced individual with proven relevant skills to join its small team and undertake this key role. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Director and delivering the efficient operation of the Foundation and our office.

Main duties and responsibilities will include and are not limited to:

• Delivering the smooth operation of the Jerwood Foundation office and all adminstration.
• Managing suppliers.
• Maintaining the Jerwood Foundation database.
• Managing cashflows.
• Liaising with their bank and management accountants.
• Updating websites.
• Providing support to Director.

Essential skills and experience include:

• At least 3 years project and/or company management.
• Experience of financial planning including cashflow management and budgeting.
• Excellent IT and numerical skills.

The Foundation makes strategic capital grants, reflecting its passion for the arts. It is currently building the Jerwood Gallery in Hastings, which will show the Jerwood Collection of 20th and 21st century works of art.

The working hours are 35 hours per week, excluding an hour for lunch. The salary is c. £30,000 per annum dependent on experience. You will be given 25 holiday days per annum.

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4), setting out what makes you interested and right for the post, to Lara Wardle. Jerwood would prefer to receive applications by email, however you may also post them to:

GENERAL MANAGER APPLICATION
Jerwood Foundation
22 Fitzroy Square
London
W1T 6EN

The closing date for applications is 1st July 2011. First interviews will be held on 28/29 July, with second interviews on 2/3 August 2011.

Interview dates are fixed and non-negotiable; please ensure you can be available. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone or email by 15 July 2011.

For more information please visit the Jerwood Foundation website.

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