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Freelance Project Manager

Bute has been shortlisted for UK Town of Culture 2028, with £3,000,000 to deliver it if we win. It’s a genuine chance to shape what this island becomes next. We need someone to drive the TOC of the Town campaign, turning Bute’s ambition into a real, week-by-week programme. Please tell us about yourself below; it should take about 20–30 minutes. Apply by Monday 14th September at 12 midday.

Freelance Project Manager Application

First Name

Last Name

Telephone

Street Address

City

Postcode

Can you committ to around 14 hours per week, through to 30 November 2026

Yes

Maybe

Have you flexibility to do more hours if required?

Yes

Maybe

The role requires a local presence. Are you based on Bute and able to work here hands on for the duration of the contract?

Yes

Can you start on Friday 18th September if appointed?

Yes

This is a freelance contract for services. Are you able to engage as a sole trader or through your own limited company, invoicing for your time?

Yes

Are there any days of the week that you would not be available to work on this project if needed?

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Satarday

Sunday

What project or cultural project/programme management experience do you bring if any? (Bullet points welcome)

What's your connection to Bute and what do you know already about its communities and the Town of Culture competition? (Bullet points welcome)

Tell us about any community engagement, events or campaign work you've done (Bullet points welcome)

Give an example of communicating with a wide range of people, or helping shape a programme idea.

Whats the most successful event on Bute you've seen or taken part in recently or over the years and why?

Tell us about a time you managed a budget, or delvered something to a tight deadline.

How confident are you with everyday digital tools (word, excel, powerpoint) & platforms TEAMS, canva, basic web forms

Feel free to share contact details for a reference who knows your work well. (Response optional but encouraged)

Data consent - Your details will be held by Rothesay Pavilion for the purposes of this recruitment only and added to our contact records if you are taken forward. You can ask us to remove your information at any time

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