Operations Manager: Open Book

Other
Midlothian
March 7, 2026
£60000 - £60000
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Posted on: 12th February, 2026. Closing date: 9th March, 2026

Apply by midday on 9 March for this part-time role based in Edinburgh.

About the Role

Open Book is looking for a new Operations Manager to join their team. You will oversee the delivery of Open Book’s community programme, supporting their 70+ shared reading and creative writing groups including their Festival Visits Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team in a charity that has championed supporting individuals in a wide range of community settings for over 12 years.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee delivery of community programme.
  • Support 70+ shared reading and creative writing groups.
  • Coordinate the Festival Visits Programme.

Qualifications

  • Highly organised with a passion for promoting community engagement.
  • Excellent time management and communication skills.
  • Confidence in working with partners, organisations and volunteers.
  • At least three years of administrative experience, ideally within an arts and/or community setting.

Details

  • Hours: four days a week (0.8 FTE)
  • Location: in-person at Open Book’s Edinburgh based office.

Location

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