Programme Director – Re-Centre

Job Info

• Organization: Marketing and External Relations, University of Salford
• Location: Salford, United Kingdom
• Job Identification: 821
• Posting Date: 05/26/2026
• Apply Before: 06/17/2026
• Schedule: Full time
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Duration of FTC: Until 31 March 2029
• Salary: £47,389 – £56,536
• Proposed Interview Dates: 03/07/2026 & 17/07/2026
• DBS Required: No
• Driving Required: No

Opportunity Overview

Re-centre is Salford’s new Creative People and Places programme, funded by Arts Council England as the first phase of a wider 10-year vision for community-led cultural change across the city.

The strategic, creative and hands-on leadership role requires someone who can build trusted relationships, develop partnerships and support communities to shape cultural activity rooted in neighbourhoods, everyday life and shared city-wide moments.

We are looking for a collaborative, values-led leader excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of culture in Salford.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of Re-centre across Salford.
• Build trusted relationships with communities, artists, partners and stakeholders.
• Support communities to shape cultural activity, commissioning and decision-making.
• Oversee ambitious cultural activity across neighbourhoods and shared city-wide moments.
• Provide strategic, creative and operational leadership across programme delivery, partnerships, governance and the Re-centre delivery team.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave – plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy more.
• Flexible working – we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development – we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Wellbeing support – services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from counselling to sports and fitness facilities.
• Greater Manchester – live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK.
• Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links.
• Our MediaCity campus is at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
• Team Salford – join us and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities.

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