Edinburgh International Festival
Community Connections Manager (maternity cover)

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The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Community Connections Manager to join the team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.
EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds and engage with positive action to increase diversity of our staff. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences. For more information go to our website.
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To develop and manage the Festival’s core programme of community engagement. Building long-term, impactful connections and relationships with organisations and communities across Edinburgh that meaningfully connect the Festival to people in their local spaces. To create and deliver projects and participation opportunities for young people to meaningfully connect the Festival, develop skills, creativity and curiosity.
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Closing date for applications: Thursday 17 September, 5:00pm
Due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.


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Community Connections Manager (maternity cover)
Event information
- Status: Temporary, full time
- Start date: Maternity cover from October/November
- Salary: £31,000 to £35,000 per annum
- Closing date: 17/09/2026
- Interview dates: Week commencing 27 September
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