HAL - Centre Manager

Festivals From India<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/a><\/span> is hiring for their client, <\/span><\/span>Hampi Art Labs<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/a>, who are looking for a <\/span><\/span>Centre Manager<\/span><\/span><\/b> to lead the daily operations of their arts and culture centre. The role combines operational leadership with creative vision, ensuring the centre thrives as a vibrant hub for artists, artisanal communities, and audiences.<\/span>
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About Hampi Art Labs:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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Based in the temple town of Vijayanagar (\u201cvictory\-city\u201d) in the south of India, Hampi Art Labs (HAL) functions as an artist\-first centre bringing together three distinct aspects of art making in the contemporary moment \u2013 facilities for large\-scale production, an environment designed for artists to creatively retreat in, & galleries that present their opportunities for world class display \u2013 all spread across the same multi\-acre space. <\/span>
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Please note:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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1. The vetting process for this role comprises 2\-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.<\/span>
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2. Festivals From India is hiring for this role on behalf of our client.<\/span>
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3. This is an on\-site, full\-time position based in Karnataka.<\/span>
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4. Salary band for this role is available upon request.<\/span>
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5. Accommodation at a minimal cost and travel support will be provided.<\/span>
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   Requirements<\/h3>

   Essential Qualifications:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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   • Proven experience in the arts and culture sector, ideally with community or artisanal engagement. <\/span>
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   • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. <\/span>
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   • Ability to balance strategic planning with hands\-on coordination. <\/span>
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   • Passion for fostering creativity, inclusivity, and cultural impact.<\/span>
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     Essential Experience:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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     • Degree in Arts Management, Cultural Studies, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. <\/span>
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     • 3\u20135+ years of experience in operations, administration, programme management, or institutional management within the arts, culture, heritage, or creative sectors.<\/span>
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       Key Personal Attributes & Skills:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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       • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to oversee multiple functions simultaneously.<\/span>
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       • Excellent organisational, planning, and problem\-solving abilities with a high attention to detail.<\/span>
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       • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse groups.<\/span>
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       • Proactive, adaptable, and resourceful, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands\-on execution.<\/span>
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       • Passion for arts and culture, with a commitment to creating inclusive, collaborative, and well\-managed creative environments.<\/span>
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