Here's a tough job for somebody. I like that last bit
"lateral approaches that characterise work in the arts at this level." Very true.

From liverpool08...

PA to the Artistic Director
Salary: £20,295 - £21,654
Ref: CUL/2052/2689
Closing date: 2 March 2006

The European Capital of Culture 2008 represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Liverpool to reposition itself as a world-class city. Liverpool is a winning city facing and embracing change, it is in the midst of a renaissance and this is an opportunity for artistic professionals to make a difference and help deliver the best Capital of Culture ever to local, regional, national and international audiences.

The Liverpool Culture Company, which is delivering the European Capital of Culture for Liverpool City Council is looking for one individual to join its Artistic team to work as Personal Assistant to Robyn Archer, Artistic Director of Liverpool, European Capital of Culture 2008.

The main purpose of the role is to assist the Artistic Director to function effectively and efficiently through the provision of comprehensive confidential support services.

This position requires someone who has some experience of international arts and a love of the arts. This is a challenging position and cannot be done without maximum commitment and understanding or ability to understand the world of international arts. This position requires a person with excellent secretarial and organisational skills, but also the necessary flexibility, resourcefulness, energy and lateral approaches that characterise work in the arts at this level.

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