Arts Project Officer

About the role

The British Council is seeking an Arts Project Officer to support the delivery of its Arts & Culture programmes worldwide. You will work closely with the programme team, partners and vendors to ensure projects are executed on time, within budget and in line with organisational policies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide end‑to‑end project and programme management support, including data collection, reporting and compliance.
• Administer grants, procurement processes and vendor payments using SAP Finance.
• Coordinate events, training sessions and stakeholder engagements.
• Monitor project budgets, track expenditures and assist with financial forecasting.
• Maintain accurate records and support due‑diligence and evaluation activities.
• Contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across programmes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Proven experience in an arts‑related environment.
• Experience in programme or contract support, including administrative and financial reporting.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation concepts.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• SAP (Finance module).

What we offer

• Permanent position within a globally recognised cultural organisation.
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful arts and cultural projects.
• Supportive, inclusive and anti‑racist work environment.