Theatre and Dance NI (TDNI) is the membership and resource body for theatre and dance in Northern Ireland, supporting artists, organisations, and the wider performing arts ecology through a range of high‑impact sector initiatives. These include INVEST (artist development programme), Spotlight at the Edinburgh Fringe and Belfast International Arts Festival (BIAF), Creating Safer Spaces, and the Staging Change advocacy training programme. TDNI also delivers a broad suite of professional development opportunities, bursaries, training programmes, membership services, sector information, and advocacy.
As a member‑driven representative and resource organisation, TDNI works to advance, develop, and champion theatre and dance across Northern Ireland, as well as nationally and internationally.
Theatre and Dance NI’s membership includes individual theatre and dance artists and practitioners as well as youth drama groups, freelancers, producing theatre and performing arts companies, venues, festivals and arts centres, and associate organisations. Further information can be found on the company website – www.theatreanddanceni.org
The Operations Manager will play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of the organisation, supporting governance, managing systems and processes, and enabling TDNI to deliver high‑quality services and support to its members and the wider sector. This is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to bring expertise, knowledge, and organisational skills to our small but thriving organisation that is entering an exciting stage of transition and growth. Your work will have a direct impact on the achievement of TDNI’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
HOW TO APPLY
Please download and complete the application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form below:
Operations Manager Application Form
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12.00 noon Friday 5th February 2026.
An electronically completed Application Form should be emailed to finance@theatreanddanceni.org.
In the Subject line, please include the following Recruitment – Operations Manager. You will receive an acknowledgement on receipt of your application.
The method of application is by application form only. Additional CVs will not be considered.
Please complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and send as a separate attachment in the same email.
Incomplete application forms will result in your application being disqualified.