Grants Coordinator Arts

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Role

Support the delivery of global Arts grant programmes across Creative Growth and Art in Action. Working closely with the Head of Grant Making and Grants Managers, you will coordinate grant operations, financial administration, reporting, data management and partner engagement, ensuring programmes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and with impact.

Role Accountabilities

Managing Self and Others

• Holding vendors, suppliers and grantees accountable for delivering services and grant milestones, while supporting the management of external consultants.
• Working independently to manage priorities and deadlines, while actively embedding EDI and anti-racist practices across programmes and ways of working.

Financial & Resource Management

• Supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting for grant programmes, maintaining accurate records in line with audit requirements.
• Managing vendor relationships and timely payments while ensuring compliance with British Council financial policies, procedures and internal guidelines.

Project Management

• Supporting data management, monitoring, reporting, compliance, due diligence, audits, grants administration, evaluation and procurement to meet programme and funder requirements.
• Coordinating programme events, supporting diversity mainstreaming, strengthening grantee relationships and learning, and collaborating with Marketing and Communications colleagues to support programme delivery.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree and/or equivalent experience

Role Specific Skills

• The ability to write effectively for a variety of different audiences

Role Specific Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated experience of working in a supporting role on grant programmes or in projects.
• Administrative and financial administration experience.

Desirable

• Experience of working with international teams.
• Experience in Grants management
• Experience in the arts and/ or creative industries
• Experience of working with the SAP finance system
  
  

Important Information:

Business Division: Arts
Language Requirement: Proficient written and spoken English
Pay Band: 6 G
Country/Location: United Kingdom
Working Arrangement: Hybrid, (please note you will be required to work from the office for 3 days per week)
Contract Type: Indefinite Contract (Permanent)
Contract Hours: Full time - 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Starting Annual Gross Salary: £28,072 

Benefits for the UK include, but are not limited to:

• 32 days annual leave, in addition to public holidays
• 3 days volunteering leave
• Career average defined benefit pension scheme
• An unrivalled opportunity for you to get to use all the experience you’ve built up working in and/or leading global organisations to support us in building trust across the world.

Closing Date: 01 October 2026 at 11:59 PM IST and 01 October 2026 at 07:29 PM BST

Background Checks: Employment with the British Council is subject to satisfactory background checks, both before appointment and periodically during employment, as required. The nature and level of checks will depend on the role and applicable local laws.

Proof of Identity requirements/right to work in country: Candidates should ensure they have the pre-existing legal right to live and work in the country where the role is based. Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.  

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org