The Mahi

The Kaiwhakahaere Mātauranga | Education Manager is responsible for the promotion, sales, delivery and evaluation of Red Leap’s Education Programme. The work involves  relationship-building across all aspects of the Education Programme. There are administrative, marketing, producing and advocacy aspects to the position.

Red Leap Theatre

Red Leap is a devising theatre company, dedicated to innovating theatrical form through the intersection of dynamic physicality, arresting imagery, and inventive original storytelling.

We commit to a thorough investigation on collaboration and shared ownership, to uphold and celebrate the diverse perspectives of all contributors and celebrate the power of the imagination. 

See our website: redleaptheatre.co.nz

The Role

This is a pivotal role, supporting the delivery of Red Leap’s vision, engagement and creative output.  As part of a small team you will contribute to shaping and delivering Red Leap’s strategy and programme to realise Red Leap’s mission. The role requires energy, initiative and a diversity of skills to organise, promote and facilitate events and community building initiatives. The Kaiwhakahaere Mātauranga | Education Manager  works closely with the Executive Producer and Artistic Director, as well as a wide range of contractors, stakeholders and suppliers. The role includes detailed administration, a high level of communications skills,  building partnerships with diverse communities, market development, and producing events and programmes. 

The Offer 

The Kaiwhakahaere Mātauranga | Education Manager will be a part-time contract position for 48 weeks from February 2024. The position is for 22.5 hours per week.

Employment: Contract position for 48 weeks 

Remuneration: $37.50/hr for 22.5hrs/week 

Two weeks paid holiday included.

Person Specification

You will be collaborative and motivated, with a good understanding of the arts and education landscape in Aotearoa. 

• Strong administration skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple programme components at once
• Commitment to the kaupapa of Red Leap - you’ll have an understanding of collaborative working processes
• Commitment to inclusivity and mutual respect
• Good project management skills
• Commitment to collaborative practice - working together and mutually supporting the rest of the Red Leap team
• Experience engaging across diverse communities

How To Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to Ella Becroft, ella@redleaptheatre.co.nz, by 5pm, Thursday 31st October. 

Please get in touch with Ella if you would like to receive the full Position Description.