Museum Business Manager
Purpose of the role
The Museum Business Manager will lead the day-to-day operation of Saddleworth Museum and Gallery and deliver the Trustees' agreed Business Plan. The post combines staff and volunteer leadership, sound operational and financial management, partnership working and income development. The postholder will broaden participation and strengthen the Museum's financial sustainability while protecting its charitable purpose and collections.
Reporting and scope
-Accountable to the Board of Trustees through a nominated lead trustee or Chair, within agreed delegated authority.
-Line manages existing staff and any other roles assigned by the Board; coordinates and supports volunteers without treating volunteering as a substitute for staff capacity.
-Works closely with the Friends of the Museum, trustees, specialist contractors and external partners.
-Initially a one-year fixed-term post, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. Hours, salary, budget responsibility and precise reporting arrangements will be confirmed before recruitment.

Please see the job description and person specification for further details. If you have any questions please email [email protected] or call the NLHF Project Manager, Jo Burns, on 07865 397 891 for an informal chat.