Arts Project Coordinator

As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire. * Job Title: Arts Project Coordinator * Pay Band – 4 * Closing Date – 19th July 2026. * Location – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia * Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Local Purpose of job: Supports the programme team in the implementation of programmes and projects in compliance with British Council policies and procedures including financial admin, reporting and data collection, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners. Main opportunities/challenges for this role Accountabilities, responsibilities and main duties: Project Management * Responsible for data management including timely data entry, quality assurance of data, undertaking basic analysis of monitoring data, and developing progress reports to meet needs of funders. * Supports internal compliance such as due diligence, records management, data collection and storage. * Supports grants administration, selection & evaluation, and procurement processes. * Supports events-based components and trainings within a programme. * Supports the project / programme manager in implementing diversity mainstreaming action plans and contributes to it. Financial Support * Plan and report on project financial plans and budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and Head of Programme Delivery; manages smaller budgets. * Maintain clear and up-to-date records on all financial transactions as per audit requirements. * Ensure relationships with vendors are maintained and payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS on-line system (SAP Finance) guidelines. * Compliance to BC financial policies and procedures. Relationship and Stakeholder Management * Manages relationships with clients/partners/stakeholders at appropriate level. * Manages relationship with vendors and suppliers and holds them to account for delivering services. Role specific knowledge and experience Minimum/Essential: * Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or projects. * Administrative and financial administration experience. * Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management. Desirable * Experience working in a multi-cultural organisation in an international context * Experience in working with SAP Language : English C1 level proficiency and Arabic C1 level proficiency Requirements: Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing, legal right to work in Saudia Arabia, Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided. British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview. 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