At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate creative Arts & Culture programmes and manage project operations.
- Company: Join the British Council, a leader in education and cultural connections.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a difference by promoting education and creativity worldwide.
- Qualifications: Degree or experience in Arts, Education, or English required.
The predicted salary is between 44010 - 53790 £ per year.
We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire.
Role Purpose
Join a team that brings creative ideas to life. You'll play a key role in delivering Arts & Culture programmes, working closely with partners, supporting project operations, and helping track impact through reporting, data collection, and evaluation, while ensuring compliance with British Council policies and procedures.
Role Accountabilities
- Managing self and others: Holding vendors and suppliers accountable for delivering services. Working independently and managing workload against project deadlines. Ensuring timely and effective delivery of assigned responsibilities.
- Financial support: Planning, monitoring, and reporting project budgets and forecasts. Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audit requirements. Managing vendor payments and ensuring compliance with SAP Finance and British Council policies.
- Project management: Managing project data, reporting, and compliance activities. Overseeing grants administration, procurement, and evaluation processes. Delivering programme events and training while supporting diversity action plans.
- Relationship and stakeholder management: Managing relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders. Maintaining effective relationships with vendors and suppliers. Holding suppliers accountable for delivering agreed services.
- Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI): Promoting an inclusive and anti-racist organisational culture. Supporting equitable treatment, wellbeing, and mental health across teams. Championing and embedding the British Council’s EDI and anti-racism approach.
Qualifications
Essential: Degree or proven experience in one of British Council’s portfolio areas (Arts, Education, English)
Role Specific Knowledge and Experience
Essential: Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or contracts. Administrative and financial administration and reporting experience. Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management. Experience of working with external partners and stakeholders.
Important Information:
- Language Requirements: Proficient written and spoken English and Burmese
- Pay Band: 4
- Work Arrangement: Onsite
- Department: Arts
- Location/Country: Yangon, Myanmar
- Closing Date: 27 August 2026 at 11:59 PM IST and 28 August 2026 00:59 AM MMT
Proof of Identity requirements/right to work in country: Candidates should ensure they have the pre-existing legal right to live and work in the country where the role is based. Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.
A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
Safeguarding Statement
The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.
If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org
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