Programmes Planning & Administration Manager

Contract: Part-time, permanent, 3 days per week

The National Youth Orchestra is the UK’s leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development.

We activate teenagers’ confidence, optimism and skills to play their part in the world today, through performing and sharing extraordinary music.

We are looking for a Programmes Planning & Administration Manager to lead the planning, scheduling and core administration that underpins delivery across NYO’s activity. This role is central to ensuring projects are well organised, well-resourced and joined up across teams, and will play a key part in helping colleagues deliver ambitious work for young people to a high standard.

You will lead on annual schedules, venue booking and contracting, freelance booking and coordination, and the maintenance of shared tools, systems and ways of working across the programmes team. Working closely with colleagues across NYO, you will help create the clarity, consistency and operational confidence needed to deliver complex projects well, while building strong relationships with venues, artists, tutors and delivery staff.

This role will suit someone who is highly organised, solutions-focused and confident communicating with a wide range of internal and external partners. You will combine excellent administration and planning skills with strong judgement, attention to detail and the ability to keep multiple strands of work moving smoothly.

At the National Youth Orchestra, you’ll work as part of a supportive, friendly, and adventurous staff team. Learning and personal growth are intrinsic to every role.

Our offices near Holborn in central London are a hive of activity, a space for collaboration and ideas. Hybrid working is standard for most roles, with a flexible and supportive culture. NYO offers a season ticket loan scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, health cash plan, retail and entertainment discounts, and a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.