Coney

Job Application Pack Head of Cross-Sector Programme

Coney is looking for a dynamic and imaginative individual to strategically oversee the company’s cross sector programme – bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to further expand the company’s breadth of work, influence and impact.

How to applyThis pack contains the job description and person specification for the position of Head of Cross Sector programme at Coney. Please find enclosed:

1. Company background2. Job Description and Person Specification3. Application Form4. Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

To apply for the post please complete the application form and email it to knock@coneyhq.org with the subject line Head of Cross Sector Application. We are currently unable to accept applications by post as our physical office is currently closed due to the pandemic.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 3 January 2021.

Interviews will take place remotely on 7-8 January, with second interviews on 12-13 January 2021.

The successful candidate will start as soon as possible.

Coney strives to be an Equal Opportunities employer and we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. We especially welcome applicants from backgrounds currently underrepresented in the arts.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if you have a disability or long-term health condition, or if you need something different or additional as part of the recruitment process. Please get in touch on knock@coneyhq.org to let us know if this applies to you, or if you need this document in a different format.

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COMPANY & CONTEXT

“…brimmed with possibility and inventiveness… pushed at the boundaries of what theatre can and might be.” - Lyn Gardner in The Stage on Coney’s programme over lockdown, Aug 2020

Coney’s mission is to make play to spark change, always following key principles of adventure, curiosity, and loveliness.

Our award-winning approach combines interactive dramaturgy design with meaningful impact, in different formats of play including immersive theatre, games, and adventures. We often intergrate playful comms to connect and play with people wherever they are in the experience. Our work is always centered on the people we’re making play for, by and with, and is inspired by the belief that the world can be a magical place where ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

“Coney are very clever, very creative, very in tune with the fundamentals of the human need.”Emma Rice

Coney is an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation, a limited company, and a registered charity led by JCEOs Adam Gallacher & Tassos Stevens and a board of Trustees. Coney HQ is the engine that delivers the Coney programme, crewed by a small core team, currently:

Ellie Browning – Producer (Arts Programme)Eliza Cass – Admin Assistant*David Finnigan – Maker & Researcher (on retainer)*Adam Gallacher – Interim Executive Director | JCEO*Rowan Lyster – General ManagerToby Peach – Director of the Young Coneys*Tassos Stevens – Director | JCEOCharlotte Walton – Finance Manager**part time

All roles in Coney HQ are distinct from roles any of us may take in the making of projects. There may be opportunities to develop skills and interests around lines of practice and take roles on projects.

Coney HQ programmes and produces work across the UK and beyond. We assemble teams for projects from a wider network and guild of makers, including a pool of (currently) 18 Associates. Our makers and associates feed into Coney’s overall ethos and exchange of practice, bringing expertise in fields from interaction research to sound design.

The wider Network of Coney is open to anyone interested to join, and we host open events for people to connect, play, and exchange. Currently there are over 860 people in our Network, from all over the world with a wide range of practices. In this way, we support and get to know emerging and established artists and makers from all disciplines.

Find out more about the Coney team at coneyhq.org/about-us/.

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W ORK & PROFILE

Coney is at the forefront of contemporary theatre, with a thriving expertise in interaction design, digital cleverness and public engagement. We work in partnership with players, makers and other organisations, and respond to what we find to create dynamic events that take place anywhere people gather (in person or virtually).

We make play with people at the heart of it all, following the three key principles of adventure, curiosity and loveliness, as if it might change the world a little for the better. Sometimes this play looks like interactive or immersive theatre. Sometimes it might feel like an adventure, a good conversation, or an exchange of gifts between strangers. Coney uses common digital technology cleverly, to meet audiences wherever they are: in theatres, schools, museums, workplaces, on the streets and online.

“The experience starts when you first hear about it and only ends when you stop thinking about it.” – Tassos Stevens, Director & JCEO of Coney

Our programmes of work have pivoted during the pandemic. Our arts programme presents pieces for remote audiences – like Telephone and Escape Zoom – and social-distanced audiences – like We Are Shadows: Brick Lane, an immersive smartphone adventure, made in partnership with Tamasha and Rightful Place; lines of work for and with communities like We The People (of this place) , a gameshow about a particular community with questions set by its people (most recently Margate and the Barbican & Golden Lane Estates); and developing our practice through exchange and offering this to help others bridge to audiences, an offer not only to our associates and network but also other organisations, like helping Headlong realise The Ghost Caller.

Our programme for by with young people and families features the Young Coneys, a company of young people aged 7-13 who are offered a rolling education in sparking change through making play for others (especially grown-ups). Highlights include The School For Grown-Ups in development, and Codename: Violet.

With a turnover of £326K in 2019/20, the charity receives income from various sources and especially our cross-sector programme - a model distinctive for an arts organisation. We work with clients and partners across sectors - education, corporate, sustainability, community, and social change - to deliver bespoke experiences: performances, games, workshops, consultancy and more. As well as generating income to reinvest in our core programme, we gain access to a range of expertise and new approaches, share our practice and the expertise of our makers more widely, and meet new audiences and players. Recent clients and partners include Barbican, Battersea Arts Centre, Chester Zoo, Financial Times, Greenpeace, Imperial War Museums, the National Trust, The National Archives, Natural History Museum, Nesta, The RSA, UCL Culture & Wellcome.

Recent public-facing commissions include COMPANION: MOON (commissioned by the Natural History Museum), an interactive movement and sound performance taking place alongside a large-scale artwork by Luke Jerram; and HYPEROBJECTIVE (co-commissioned by the Wellcome Trust & the Financial Times), a multiplayer contest reflecting on the power of collective action in the face of the climate crisis. In collaboration with Wandsworth Probation IOM Team we’ve developed A Lovely Intervention, a bespoke programme for clients who are ex-offenders. We’re developing new lines of practice for impacts including fostering connections and networks through play, especially to help social isolation and loneliness, and smarter more meaningful approaches to impact frameworks.

You can try some Coney experiences in the Pop Up Playhouse: www.youhavefoundconey.net Coney – Unit 15, Toynbee Studios, 28 Commercial Street, London E1 6AB

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The Role

This role represents a unique and exciting opportunity to manage Coney’s thriving cross-sector programme and further advance the company’s work in this area – taking responsibility for the management, delivery and strategic direction of the programme.

The Head of Cross-Sector Programme is an integral role, working across the company to strengthen Coney’s profile, positioning, networks and financial resilience. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker working to build meaningful partnerships and projects, wherever Coney can impact most, and cultivate relationships with artists and key stakeholders to enable Coney to grow and thrive.

About youThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who can seek out opportunities, manage complex projects, has strong leadership skills, and believes passionately in the value of cross-sector collaboration to achieve outcomes and impacts.

You will have a proven track record in leading programmes of work in either the arts or voluntary sector, with producer and/or project management experience, and enjoy working in a multi-stakeholder environment, nurturing close working relationships with, and between, internal and external partners.

1. Job Description HEAD OF CROSS-SECTOR PROGRAMME

Responsible to: Executive Director | JCEOResponsible for: Projects teams, Project Placements and The Network of Coney

Senior Programme Management Lead the business planning and strategic development of Coney’s cross-sector programme;

including working across the cultural, private, educational and social change sectors. Support the JCEOs to engender positive staff relations and good communication throughout

the company, internally and externally. Manage high profile and critical relationships with key stakeholders and partners. Support the company in developing its social impact programme – developing impact

frameworks and theories of change to further Coney’s work and influence in this area.

Business Development Instil and manage a proactive approach to programme development – identifying new

opportunities to seek out and secure new leads. Work with the marketing/comms function to promote Coney’s brand and effectively increase

the company’s profile, positioning and influence. Lead on developing and maximising opportunities and returns from multiple income streams,

including commercial and corporate investment, commissions and consultancy work. Lead and manage bids/applications for new initiatives, commissions, contracts and bids –

overseeing the development of ideas, prospecting, budgeting and pitching. Working with Director / JCEO and other makers/designers to develop and communicate our

practice around designing for impact. Working closely with the JCEO’s to prepare and deliver an annual 3-year fundraising strategy. Strengthen and support funding applications, proposals and bids as required.

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Producing/Project Management Support the JCEO’s with all aspects of producing, planning and delivering Coney’s programme. Recruit and line-manage project teams to support programme delivery and address key

strategic development areas, specifically around inclusion and diversity. Produce documentation and reports in line with project grant conditions, managing systems

for the collection of statistical and qualitative information. Work collaboratively with staff, artists and project teams to ensure Coney’s programme

supports the company’s strategic objectives including programming, audience development, building profile and reputation, and encouraging free and forward thinking.

Relationship management with key stakeholders, including commissioners, funders etc. Create and manage project timelines and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time. Lead and negotiate contracts with commissioners, consultancy clients and project partners,

ensuring project teams are aware of contractual obligations. Ensure procedures for Health and Safety are in place across all Coney projects.

Financial Manage and prepare the cross-sector annual budget, reporting against targets and quarterly

management accounts. Produce and manage project budgets when required, ensuring they are kept up to date and

accurate, and are delivered to budget. Report on detailed company cashflow ensuring all income and expenditure is accurately

projected and carefully managed. Contribute to the day-to-day financial processes of Coney and efficient reconciliation of

Coney’s financial systems. Develop budgets and/or provide financial information for funding applications.

General Represent Coney at conferences, formal and informal meetings, networking events and other

events as required. Commitment to tackling inclusivity and developing working with diverse and representative

teams. Liaison with board, funders and artists for scheduling of meetings as required. Commit to the principles of Coney and champion our work. Attendance at Coney projects, shows and events – occasionally overnight stays required.

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Person Specification

Essential At least 5 years’ experience as a Producer/Project Manager Successful staff management experience Understanding of and experience in developing impact frameworks and theories of change Experience of managing large scale budgets, drawing up cash-flow forecasts and meeting

financial targets Experience of working in the Voluntary or Creative Industries Experience of delivering creative projects Experience of creating practical solutions to creative challenges An ability to multi-task, adapt in a fast-changing environment and meet deadlines Experience of contract negotiation Excellent written and verbal skills and a high level of numeracy An ability to write marketing copy for an audience An appreciation for Coney’s principles of adventure, curiosity and loveliness Competent in standard office software

Desirable At least 5 years’ experience within the creative industries Experience of an Arts Council England funded and/or charitable organisation Experience of working in an artist-led environment Experience of financial software; QuickBooks or equivalent Experience of business planning and working with creative entrepreneurs or start-ups Knowledge of theatre and live performance, interactive work, national and international arts

festivals, online platforms and digital technologies, arts-based education First-hand knowledge of Coney’s work

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Terms and Conditions

Salary: £29,000-£33,000 (dependent on experience).

Terms: Full-time OR Part-time will be considered.

One-year fixed contract.

Holiday: 28 days per annum, excluding bank holidays.

Location: Coney HQ is based in London, but remote working will be considered. (Please note, remote working is currently in place for all staff as a temporary measure due to the pandemic)

Pension: You will be auto enrolled to Coney’s pension scheme provider with statutory contribution rates.

Agreed Absence: An agreed absence entitlement is available for up to 10 working days per year. This is a reciprocal relationship allowing the Head of Cross-sector Programme to fulfil other opportunities for professional development, to then be shared with Coney on return to work.

Hours: Based on a normal working week of 35 hours. Coney’s office hours are 10am-6pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional work at evenings and weekends as required. Coney operates a TOIL system.

Notice period: 1 month probationary period, 2 months’ notice on either side is required thereafter.

Coney strives to be an Equal Opportunities employer. Coney is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and is a registered charity.

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APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Please complete all sections of this application, and return it via email to knock@coneyhq.org.

We ask you to complete this form so that your personal details can be processed separately from the rest of your application – and therefore we are not able to accept applications by CV.

Sections 2-5 (your employment history, education/training and supporting statement) will be reviewed anonymously by the selection panel. They will assess your answers based on the criteria outlined in the Person Specification so please keep these criteria in mind when filling out the form.

If you are unable to complete this form, or have any questions about it, please get in touch on knock@coneyhq.org.

1. PERSONAL DETAILS

Title:

Surname: First name(s):

Address:

Postcode:

Phone number: E-mail address:

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2. CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYMENT (PAID OR UNPAID)

Name and address of employer:

Job title: Date of appointment:

Period of notice required / Leaving date if not now working:

Reason for leaving:

Please provide a brief outline of your main responsibilities:

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3. PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT (PAID AND/OR UNPAID)Please start with your most recent position. Continue on one separate sheet of A4 if necessary.

Date of employmentFrom: To:

Name and address of employer:

Job title and brief details of main responsibilities:

Reason for leaving:

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4. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSPlease start with the most recent qualification and include any currently being pursued.

Dates: School, university, college: Qualifications obtained:

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5. SUPPORTING STATEMENTPlease write a statement explaining: why are you applying for this position; drawing on your personal and work experience, education and training, how you meet the

requirements set out in the person specification and job description.

Please continue on one separate sheet of A4 if necessary.

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6. REFEREES

Please provide details of two people, not related to you, who will provide an employment reference for you. One of these must be your current or most recent employer if you are not currently employed. The other should be a referee who can express a professional opinion on your work and your ability to perform the job for which you are applying.

Name of referee: Name of referee:

Name of organisation: Name of organisation:

Occupation: Occupation:

Address: Address:

Email: Email:

Contact number: Contact number:

Relationship to you: Relationship to you:

May we request a reference:at any time at any timeonly after an offer of employment only after an offer of employment

Please provide details of any special arrangements or adjustments you would require to enable you to participate in our selection process effectively:

In order to comply with the Immigration Act 1996 we are required to see proof of your right to work in the UK. This will be requested once an offer of employment has been made. However, if you require a work permit in order to work in the UK please indicate by ticking this box:

Please provide details of any unspent convictions or cautions you have under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offender Act, 1974. Offences resulting in licence endorsements should be disregarded. Failure to disclose such information may result in dismissal or disciplinary action by Coney. This information will be treated as confidential and will not necessarily preclude you from employment.

DECLARATIONTo the best of my knowledge the information on the application form and equal opportunities monitoring form is correct.

Signed: Date:

(A digital/typed signature is fine)

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Equal Opportunities Monitoring form

Coney wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in our Equality policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010, and building an accurate picture of the makeup of the workforce in encouraging equality and diversity.

Filling in this form is voluntary, but it would help ensure our policy is carried out if you could complete the following details so that we can monitor applications throughout the employment process. Please be assured that any information you provide will be anonymised and processed separately from your application so that it does not form part of the selection process.

Please indicate your answers by underlining or highlighting one per question

Gender Man Woman Intersex Non-binary Prefer not to say If you prefer to use another term, please specify here …………………….

Is your current gender the gender which you were assigned at birth?

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