| Refugee Festival Scotland Programming Fellowship | |
| Reference | RFS25 |
| Contract | Fixed term 6 month contract
Part-time (14 hours per week ) |
| Salary | £12.60 per hour (UK Living Wage) |
| Location | Glasgow |
| Closing date | Wednesday 12th February 12 noon. |
Job Advert
This opportunity is subject to confirmation of funding, for a which a decision is expected in late January. Please check back in the first week of February to ensure the role is being funded.
Refugee Festival Scotland is a unique community and arts festival dedicated to achieving positive and lasting social change. Co-ordinated by Scottish Refugee Council, the Festival is held across Scotland every June and provides a platform for refugee communities to showcase their skills, talents and cultures and to tell new, more positive stories about integration and diversity in Scotland. In 2025, the Festival will run from 13th – 22nd June and the theme is MILESTONES.
We are looking for a Programming Fellow to join our team and develop a strand of the 2025 Festival. The fellowship is presented as a learning and development opportunity for an emerging producer or curator to gain hands-on experience in festival programming and programming operations. The Fellow will work closely with the Festival team and will be supported to develop and deliver a programme of events.
The Fellow should have a demonstrated interest in the arts and themes of migration, but no previous programming experience is required. As part of the application process, applicants will be asked to provide a short proposal for the event(s) they would like to develop.
We invite applications from all programming specialisms and backgrounds, including music, performing arts, film, poetry, visual arts, heritage and socially engaged practice. Applicants should have lived experience of seeking refugee protection.
This role will be subject to basic disclosure Scotland.
About us
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Fellowship benefits package (pro rata)
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 24th February
How to apply: Select the links below
- Job Description
- Download and complete our job application form
- Download and complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form
- Email both forms to recruitment@scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk by closing date.
This post will be subject to basic disclosure check.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
Please note that feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.
Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.
We are an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer.
Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639