Are you a positive-minded and proactive individual? Do you have a strong desire to engage with the community and cultural stakeholders? If so, please read on!
As a Culture Coach, your primary responsibility will be to promote high-quality cultural education in schools and organize various cultural activities, projects, and events. Additionally, you will provide support and guidance to cultural stakeholders, contributing to the overall enhancement of the island's cultural landscape.
Working in collaboration with local cultural partners, schools, volunteers, and children, you will actively encourage cultural participation both during school hours and in leisure time. By empowering and facilitating all involved parties, you will make art, dance, theatre, culture, and heritage on Sint Eustatius accessible to all residents.
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Key responsibilities:- Assisting in the development, facilitation, and organization of cultural activities, projects, and events to increase cultural participation and awareness. This will involve close collaboration with schools and cultural stakeholders.
- Demonstrating commitment to strengthening cultural education in schools by responding to school requests, developing, coordinating, and delivering guest lessons, activities, and workshops across various disciplines such as arts, crafts, music, theatre, dance, and multimedia.
- Identifying needs and fostering collaboration by acting as a reliable partner and point of contact for schools and stakeholders. This will involve establishing regular and structured discussions and brainstorming sessions.
- Informing cultural stakeholders and schools about ongoing developments, alongside your colleagues.
- Adopting a resident/child-centric perspective and supporting schools and stakeholders in developing their cultural strategy, policies, and implementation.
Functie-eisen
- You are in possession of a MBO 4 diploma or a bachelor's degree (HBO), with at least three years of relevant work experience in culture, art, education, or organizing activities. Alternatively, you should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge and skills.
- You have a strong ability to establish connections, identify potential risks, build relationships, and maintain trust.
- You have excellent communication and social skills, coupled with a positive attitude towards working collaboratively in a small team.
- You have a thorough understanding of the local work environment, ongoing developments, and the interests and needs of stakeholders. You should be able to leverage this knowledge to forge connections, align efforts, and empower the work field.
- You are competent in developing, coordinating, and implementing cultural activities and events while considering cultural aspects and traditions.
- You are capable to assess the quality of cultural providers from an educational perspective.
- You have a proactive work attitude with a focus on cooperation and co-creation.
- You are resilient to stress, along with the ability to initiate and strengthen collaborations with stakeholders, while possessing adequate improvisational skills.
- You are familiar with relevant regulations and policy frameworks, preferably including knowledge of the local and regional cultural landscape.
- You are proficient in spoken and written English. Proficiency in Dutch and Spanish is preferred.
- You are flexible in terms of working hours, including availability for at least one evening per week.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
- Salarisomschrijving
The role is classified at scale 8, with a minimum gross monthly salary of $2,568.- and a maximum of $3,593.- based on a 39.5-hour workweek. Placement within the salary scale will be determined by your educational background and experience
- Dienstverband Arbeidsovereenkomst voor bepaalde tijd
- Contractduur 2 jaar
- Minimaal aantal uren per week 40
- Maximaal aantal uren per week 40
Bijzonderheden
This is a temporary position with a fixed duration until December 31st, 2025. A certificate of good conduct (VOG) and participation in a medical examination are required. An assessment may also be part of the selection process.
Are you interested in applying for the position of Culture Coach: Activities Coordinator and Cultural Education?
You are cordially invited to respond in writing no later than July 20, 2023.
Kindly direct all application letters and CV’s to:
The Executive Council of the Public Entity Sint Eustatius
Attn: Ms. Francisca Gibbs
Unit Manager Internal Services
(e) [email protected]
More Information
For information relating to the function, please contact Ms. Nasha Radjouki, Program Manager Department of Culture and Events, Public Entity Sint Eustatius.
(t) + (599) 318-5262
(e) [email protected]
For more information about the organization, please contact Personnel and Organization
(e) [email protected] (t) + (599) 318-2931
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Department of Culture and Events under the Social Directorate.
You will be part of the Department of Culture and Events under the Social Directorate. Joining our team means being a part of a dynamic, growing group of professionals working together towards shared goals. We foster a friendly and supportive working environment and provide opportunities for personal development through coaching, training, and courses.
