Regional Development Manager

Founded in 2014, the NI Science Festival takes place over 11 days in February each year, beginning at the start of half term and extending into the school week. During the day the festival presents workshops, talks and interactive activities for young people, parents and schools. In the evening the festival presents an eclectic mix of scientific debates, talks, theatre, comedy, music and film for adults.

The Festival is organised by Science Festivals NI, a unique collaboration of major STEM outreach organisations in Northern Ireland funded by the Department for the Economy, Belfast City Council, Queen’s University, Ulster University, MCS Group, the Department for Communities and the British Council.

Through unique events and experiences, the programme aims to highlight, inspire and engage the public with the sheer breadth and brilliance of science in Northern Ireland and beyond.

After delivering two major Festivals in 2015 and 2016, the organisation is at an exciting place in time. Both Festivals exceeded expectations and targets with over 50,000 attendees in 2015 and over 63,000 in 2016. From this strong position, the Festival is now entering a new phase with a strategic focus to expand the programme throughout Northern Ireland.

In order to achieve this goal, we are looking for an experienced Regional Development Manager who will be responsible for the delivery of the wider regional programme as well as individual events as necessary. The successful applicant will be based in the Belfast office but will be responsible for the design and delivery of events accross NI.