ARTCENA IS HIRING A EUROPEAN PROJECTS OFFICER FOR THE CIRCOSTRADA NETWORK

ARTCENA IS HIRING – PERMANENT CONTRACT (CDI) INTERNATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER

ARTCENA, the National Centre for Circus, Outdoor and Theatre Arts, is mandated by the French Ministry of Culture to implement a coordinated policy of resources, guidance, sector development and network animation in service of these three fields. It supports professionals in carrying out their projects and in shaping the future of circus, outdoor and theatre arts.

Based in Paris and composed of a team of 27 staff members, ARTCENA develops its activities around three axes:

-    Knowledge sharing, through resources, information and online multimedia publications.

-    Professional support and sector development, through guidance, training and support schemes for creation.

-    International deployment, through the coordination of networks (Circostrada, Contxto, etc.), the strengthening of cross-border cooperation, the organisation of events abroad (French Pavilions at the Prague Quadrennial of Performance Design and Space), and the support of French professionals in their international projects.

Since 2003, ARTCENA coordinates the Circostrada network, whose mission is to develop and structure the contemporary circus and outdoor arts sectors in Europe and worldwide. Bringing together more than 170 member organisations from over 45 countries, the network contributes to building a sustainable future for these sectors by providing cultural professionals with tools for action through the production of resources, research and observation, professional exchanges and the sharing of knowledge. Over the years, it has become a strong anchor point for its members and a key interlocutor for European institutions and cultural policymakers across the continent. Reporting to the Head of International Development and Coordinator of the Circostrada network, in close collaboration with the other International Project Manager (production/administration) and in liaison with all ARTCENA’s departments, your main mission will be to strengthen the impact and visibility of Circostrada’s actions and, more broadly, ARTCENA’s international activities, as well as to oversee the network’s editorial coordination.

Main responsibilities

• Develop and implement the communication strategy of the Circostrada network;
• Lead and design the network’s multimedia editorial projects;
• Oversee the redesign and ensure the ongoing management of the Circostrada website;
• Contribute to the network’s sector watch and support its advocacy activities;
• Support Circostrada’s overall strategy and its collaborative governance model;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of ARTCENA’s international projects, particularly in their communication and publishing dimensions.

Candidate profile

Education and experience: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in cultural project communication, with proven experience in supporting European and/or international activities.

Knowledge

• Excellent command of French and English (both written and spoken);
• Knowledge of other foreign languages is an asset;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite and web/multimedia tools;
• Understanding of interculturel dynamics;
• Strong interest in the performing arts and international cooperation.

Skills

• Hands-on experience in international projects;
• Content design and excellent writing skills;
• Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality in handling information.

Personal qualities

• Rigor, accuracy and autonomy;
• Reactivity and adaptability;
• Creativity, initiative and innovative thinking;
• Analytical and synthesis skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills and diplomatic approach;
• Team spirit and ability to collaborate effectively.

Conditions

• Contract: Permanent contract (CDI), starting early December 2025;
• Remuneration: Based on experience and according to the SYNDEAC collective agreement salary scale, Group 5, supervisory agent;
• Workplace: Paris (75011);
• Specific requirements: Frequent travel in France and abroad, sometimes on weekends.

Application

Please send your application (CV in French, cover letter in both French and English) by 19 October 2025, 6pm to recrutement@artcena.fr, quoting reference INTERNATIONAL.