The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Youth Connections Officer to join the team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.  
 

EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds and engage with positive action to increase diversity of our staff. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences. For more information go to our website.

Job Specification

The Role:
To deliver the Youth Connections programme of projects, workshops, resources and events as part of the wider Discovery & Participation department, working with our Youth Collective, schools, organisations and community groups across Edinburgh, Scotland and Internationally. To create and deliver projects and participation opportunities for young people to meaningfully connect the Festival, develop skills, creativity and curiosity.
Job Responsibilities 
•    Work with the Head of Discovery & Participation and Youth Connections Manager to deliver our youth connections strategy plan that demonstrates clear impact in line with our strategic aims.
•    To deliver on our Youth Connections Programmes for Young People and Children, undertaking project planning and activation.
Key projects include: Art of Listening (Primary 7) and SEN (multi age), Discover Series (S1-6), Youth Collective (16-18yrs), Youth Takeover Day (S5/6), Two transatlantic youth connections projects, Young Music Pass events, DYW skills development events.
 

These projects will involve co-design with our Youth Collective.
 

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Closing date for applications: Friday 3 April 2026, 09:00am

Due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland. 
Registered charity number SC004694.