Literature Adviser

2 roles, one year fixed-term contracts

Based in London

£25,000 per annum (plus £3,300 London Market Allowance)

This post attracts a generous benefits package, including 32 days’ leave and Civil Service pension arrangements, and benefits from a range of family-friendly policies.

You must read the Candidate Information and Role Profile before you make an application. They contain vital information on how to apply, our selection procedures and the application deadline, as well as job-specific information.

The British Council creates international opportunities for people of the UK and other countries and builds trust between them worldwide. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. Our work on behalf of the arts and creative industries in the UK encourages audiences and participants worldwide to reflect, enjoy, learn and improve their understanding of the UK.

We are looking for two outstanding literature project managers who have solid experience delivering literature work internationally, and can use their network of contacts in the UK literary sector to develop and deliver international cultural relations projects across the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Literature Department of the British Council works with writers and literature professionals to promote international collaboration and professional exchange. We build relationships between reading, writing and publishing communities in the UK, and those around the world.

You will have: excellent project management and team working skills; a track record in strategic thinking and relationship management; a good knowledge of contemporary British literature; knowledge of and contacts with the UK literature constituency and a graduate or postgraduate qualification in literature or equivalent experience.

Closing date for applications: 1700 hours on 20 October 2011. Applications should be sent by e-mail where possible. Please download an application pack from the right hand column.

Please return completed application forms (quoting REC 000467) to:
UK-Resourcing@britishcouncil.org

If you are unable to download the application pack please e-mail:
UK-Resourcing@britishcouncil.org

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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