Website Viva Arts and Community Group
Job Title General Manager
Location The Viva Theatre, Soham, Cambridgeshire
Salary £33,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Contract Permanent, full time
Job Purpose
The General Manager will provide strategic, operational and financial leadership across all aspects of Viva Arts and Community Group Ltd’s activities.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day management of the charity and its operations, including theatre activity, productions, touring work, the charity shop, staffing, volunteers and organisational development.
The postholder will work closely with the Board of Trustees to support Viva’s continued growth, sustainability and community impact, while helping to develop new opportunities, partnerships and income streams.
The General Manager will also act as Producer for Viva Productions, including professional touring productions.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Leadership
Theatre & Venue Operations
Productions & Producing
Charity Shop Operations
Staff & Volunteer Management
Finance & Income Generation
Governance, Compliance & Administration
Strategy & Development
The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly in accordance with the needs of the organisation, including evenings and weekends where required.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Experience & Knowledge
Experience in organisational or operational management.
Experience of people management and team leadership.
Financial management and budget monitoring experience.
Knowledge of fundraising and funding applications.
Experience or knowledge of theatre, productions and/or producing.
Understanding of charity governance and compliance responsibilities.
Skills & Abilities
Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workload effectively.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
Ability to work independently and use initiative.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with staff, volunteers, Trustees and external partners.
Personal Qualities
Passion for arts, theatre and community engagement.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Professional, reliable and approachable manner.
Commitment to the values and aims of Viva Arts and Community Group Ltd.
Desirable Criteria
Experience working within the charity sector.
Experience of venue or arts centre management.
Experience producing touring theatre.
Knowledge of marketing, audience development or business development.
Experience managing volunteers.
Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety requirements within arts venues.
How to Apply
Please email your CV (maximum two pages) and a covering letter (maximum two pages) outlining in detail why you are applying for the role and how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate to ds@danielschumann.co.uk
Application Deadline: 12:30pm on 6th November 2026
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact ds@danielschumann.co.uk