Scotland + Venice are recruiting for a Programme Manager to work collaboratively to implement and support and deliver the Programme Plan for the Scotland + Venice Programme for Visual Art 2026 – 2030.

This is a strategic freelance position supporting the delivery of Scotland + Venice 2026 and the development of the wider programme through to 2030. The role is fixed term, initially for 18 months, and will support delivery of the 2026 edition while ensuring continuity, coordination, and shared learning across future Biennale editions.

Working closely with the Head of Visual Arts and the Scotland + Venice Partnership Board, the Programme Manager will provide continuous management and producing support across the Scotland + Venice Programme to embed longer planning timeframes, funding and planning continuity as well as develop consistent and high-level communications across the full programme of Scotland + Venice work, both internationally and in the UK.

Through participation in La Biennale, Scotland + Venice aims to position Scotland internationally as a distinct, dynamic and diverse centre for creative excellence, fostering ambitious, innovative work in the fields of contemporary art and architecture, strengthened through international development, professional dialogue, public engagement and cultural exchange.

The Scotland + Venice presentation at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia 2026 is led and funded by Creative Scotland, British Council Scotland, and the National Galleries of Scotland, with Creative Scotland awarding funds from The National Lottery. Scotland + Venice is a partnership between Creative Scotland, British Council Scotland, the National Galleries of Scotland, Architecture and Design Scotland, V&A Dundee and the Scottish Government.

Please download the Role Description for full details and how to apply. Apply by CV, Cover Letter and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form by 12pm, 26 August 2025. We welcome any clarifying questions by 19 August 2025.