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Award Project Manager (Freelance)

Are you passionate about celebrating innovation in culture, heritage and technology? Do you thrive on managing high-profile international projects and building relationships with partners across the globe?

We’re looking for an experienced Award Project Manager to join our London-based team on a freelance basis to lead the delivery of a pioneering new international award, working with global cities, cultural leaders and partners from six continents.

The World Cities Culture Award will be the first award of its kind within our network and will recognise projects that demonstrate how technology can help safeguard, interpret and promote cultural heritage for future generations. You’ll lead the end-to-end delivery of this ambitious programme, from developing award criteria and coordinating an international jury to managing applications, producing a global case study report and delivering an award ceremony.

Location: Hybrid. London-based with some remote working and international travel where required. Open to UK based applicants only, with right to work in the UK.

Reports To: Senior Communications & Digital Content Manager

Contract Type: Fixed-term freelance contract

Duration: 16 months (September 2026 – December 2027)

Fee: £40,000

Application Deadline: Thursday 27th August, 9AM BST

Full Job Description: Award Project Manager Job Description

How to apply

Please complete our online application form: https://form.jotform.com/262234837753362

The form will ask you to upload:

• A PDF of your CV (maximum two pages). The filename should be your initials and two numbers (e.g. AA14). Please remove any reference to your name, including your email address.
• A response (maximum 400 words) to the following question: How do your experience and interests make you a strong candidate for this role?

Selection process

Interviews: Week of 31st August

Start date: September 2026

Questions or need support? 

Email: info@worldcitiescultureforum.com      

We’re happy to discuss: 

• The role or application process 

• Alternative format applications (e.g., large print) 

• Accessibility adjustments 

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