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Job Reference: DOES-017356
Salary: £21,626 Per Annum
Closing Date: 31/08/2023
Department: Department of Education, Sport and Culture
Location: Villa Marina and Gaiety Theatre
Employment Type: Limited Term
Hours Per Week: 37

Job Advert

This post is a limited term appointment for 2 years.

About the role and our team

The Isle of Man Arts Council is looking to recruit a graduate to work on a 2 year paid internship relating to research and development of arts projects, particularly to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Isle of Man Arts Council in 2025.

The role will be based with the Arts Team as part of Culture Division at the Villa Marina Arcade and is an exciting opportunity for a recent arts graduate (within the last 5 years) to work within an arts development environment. You will develop skills in creative thinking, project management, publishing and the development of marketing campaigns, including social channels to publicise a project.​​​​​​​

You will be given the opportunity to develop your own creative projects in line with the National Development Strategy for Culture and the Arts, as well as working with the Culture Division to develop, facilitate and support ongoing and future projects and events for the Isle of Man Arts Council and at Kensington Arts.

What can this role offer me?

If you’re passionate about the arts, this is an exciting opportunity for you to work within an arts development environment, nurturing, supporting and developing arts and creativity on the Island.

Through this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in creative thinking, project management, publishing and the development of social media to publicise your projects.

If working flexibly is important to you, you’ll be happy to know we operate a flexi-time system making it easier to reclaim any additional hours worked and to fit your other commitments around your work life.


As a Government employee, you’ll be able to benefit from the Activ8 scheme, which provides sporting opportunities in your local area by qualified coaches. 

​​​​​​​Free parking will also be available to you. 

How to find out more and apply

For more information please see the attached job description and person specification, alternatively contact Jane Corkill on 01624 694594.

For further information on applying for roles within the Isle of Man Public Service, please read our Notes for Applicants and Isle of Man Government People Qualities guidance.

Applications for this post will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. You’ll need to upload your latest CV to your application, and we recommend that you also include a cover letter that explains your motivations for applying, and that demonstrates your suitability for this post. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.

Additional information

Please note a basic police check is required for this post, which the Department will cover the cost of for you. Please note if you have lived for more than 6 months outside of the UK in the last 5 years, you will be required to obtain a Letter of Good Standing from the appropriate authorities in the relevant locations, please read the guidance about how to obtain this letter.

A relocation package and interview expenses are not available for this role.

We support flexible working and equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and would encourage you to apply.

The Isle of Man Public Service is an equal opportunities employer which supports and promotes flexible working. We understand its benefits in improving work-life balance and supporting health and wellbeing and, in its different forms; it is widespread throughout the Public Service. We are happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements, including job share partnerships, for our roles (where possible) and if interested you should discuss this with the Hiring Manager.

Find out more about where a career in the Isle of Man Public Service could take you at hr.gov.im/careers.​​

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