We're recruiting a local guest programmer to support events taking place during Refugee Week. Find out about this role and how to apply.
Call out for a local guest programmer with lived experience of seeking asylum or has a refugee background to plan and support up to 3 events in Brighton & Hove Libraries during Refugee Week 16 to 22 June 2025.
This opportunity is a freelance position to plan, co-ordinate and market 3 events to support libraries engagement with refugees, asylum seekers and the wider public and to celebrate our Refugee Week cultural offer.
The fee for this work is £1,800 (plus a budget for each event).
The successful applicant will be given support by the library service. To be eligible for this opportunity you will need to have permission to work in the UK and have self-employed status.
Organisations that support sanctuary seekers can apply for this position, provided they work collaboratively with their service users or members to apply. Their members should also take an active role in planning, programming, and marketing the events, with organisational support if needed. Additionally, at least one person with lived experience must be involved in the application process and be available for an interview if the organisation is shortlisted.
Submit a short expression of interest, up to one A4 sheet maximum, detailing why you would like this opportunity, what you would bring to our service by being involved and any examples of relevant experience you have that would support your application.
For more information, any questions or to submit your expression of interest send an email to libraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
The closing date to submit an of expression of interest is Sunday 30 March 2025.
Informal meetings or interviews will take place week beginning 14 April 2025.
The theme of Refugee Week this year is Community as a Superpower.
Jubilee Library was awarded Library of Sanctuary status in 2020 and in 2024. Brighton & Hove Libraries were awarded Library Service of Sanctuary. We're committed to supporting those seeking sanctuary in our city and to celebrating diversity and inclusion.
This opportunity has been made possible by the Brighton & Hove Libraries Legacy Fund, managed by Sussex Community Foundation (charity registration no. 1113226).