O DE LA WARR PAVILION

DIGITAL TRAN S FORMATION MANAGER (PART TIME)

Reports to

DLWP Executive Team

Length of contract

18 months, fixed term

Sept 2026 – March 2028

Salary : £32,400

Terms: 3 days per week

Holidays : 23 days pa (pro rata) + UK Bank

Holidays

OVERVIEW

The De La Warr Pavilion is seeking an experienced Digital Transformation Manager to lead , manage and implement technology - enabled change as part of the transformational capital project An Icon For Everyone.

The D igital Transformation Manager will driv e and implement the adoption of digital, data, and AI initiatives in accordance with the
recommendations of a refreshed Digital Review and Strategy, NLHF Digital Report and 2026 -20 30 Business Plan . They will manage change in digital infrastructure, systems and processes, organise internal training and project manage the new DLWP website.

Key responsibilities

Digital Change :

Manage and c oordinate changes in the digital infrastructure of the organisation as it goes through the capital project

This will include:

• Working with IT partners and Executive Team to identify system and network changes in accordance with the needs of the Capital Project.

• Act as a liaison between DLWP and IT partners to ensure all systems and networks are fit for purpose , future - proofed and meet business needs

• Manage the implementation and ongoing maintenance contracts of IT systems, networks, servers, databases, and software, ensuring reliability and performance.

• Take the lead on digital security for the organisation

• Work within give n budgets

Change Management :

• Collaborate with senior leadership team to co - ordinate change and achieve business objectives

• Lead teams through process changes, including change impact assessments and communication plans.

• Work with the Data and Insights Manager to inform all digital decisions relating to audiences /users

• Organize staff training on new systems where relevant

Project Management

• Review and refresh the existing website brief created by the NLHF Digital Consultant

• Project Manage the delivery of the new DLWP (NLHF - funded) website and integration of the Box Office system and CRM (currently Spektrix)

• Project Manage the set up and integration of the Digital Assets Management System (DAMS) to service the new DLWP Digital Archive accessible via the new website.

• Work across all departments to explore appropriate digital platforms for programming relating to our programme and heritage.

Person Specification

• At least 5 years’ experience in Digital C hange Management including website project management

• Familiarity with AI, Big Data, Cloud and CRM platforms

• Strong leadership and the ability to influence cross - functional teams

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interpret digital processes in an accessible way

• Forensic attention to detail

• Have a patient and collaborative approach to working within teams.

ABOUT THE DE LA WARR PAVILION

www.dlwp.com

OUR VISION

To be a flagship centre for the arts and a vibrant cultural hub for the south - east, owned by our communities and known for our programme

nationally and internationally. Responding to our world class architecture and living heritage, to allow greater access to cultural experiences, and to ensure culture - led regeneration for the region into the next decade and beyond.

OUR OBJECTIVES

To produce, present and promote a high - quality programme of modern and contemporary work that responds to the needs and aspirations of both artists and audiences.

Enable artists of every culture and discipline to create new work or present new experiences of existing work within an environment committed to excellence and best professional practice.

• Work with audiences to engage them with the Pavilion and our artistic programme, making it relevant to them as a visitor or participant.

Conserve the Pavilion’s fabric, its unique Grade I listed architectural status and to promote it through public and artistic programmes.

Maintain a viable, resilient and sustainable business model, seeking to diversify income streams by growing fundraising and commercial activity.

Be a catalyst for the cultural, economic, tourism and social regeneration of Bexhill and the surrounding region.

In January 2023, Rother District Council was awarded £19 million from the government’s Levelling Up Fund for Creativity, Community and Skills in Bexhill and Sidley. This included £17 million for the Pavilion to repair and redevelop the building, making it more accessible to audiences and ensuring business viability, sustainability and relevance to its community for years to come.

Find out more here: https://www.dlwp.com/rother - district - council - secures - over - 19m - levelling - up - funding - for - community - creativity - and - skills - in - bexhill/

The timeline of the project is to be confirmed.

NOTES

The minimum working week for the part time post is 24 hours. However, due to the nature of the work, actual working hours may exceed this total and will involve some evening and weekend work.

The job description is current at June 2026 . It outlines the main duties of the position and is designed for the benefit of both the post holder and the organisation in understanding the prime functions of the post. It should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. The responsibilities of the p ostholder may well change from time to time.

Management has the right to vary the responsibilities and duties after consultation with you.

STAFF BENEFITS

Employer contributions to The People’s Pension

Free access to Employee Assistance

Programme, Health Assured

Discounts in DLWP Café Bar and shop+ staff lunch at special price

DIVERSITY, EQUALITY & INCLUSION

At the De La Warr Pavilion, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community that reflects the diversity of our society as fully as possible. A community of staff, residents and audiences where everyone feels valued, where their contribution matters and where they can reach their full potential, irrespective of their background, identity or circumstances.

We are committed to ensuring we are hiring people that reflect the South East in its broadest form and we are currently taking action to improve representation from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse, LGBTQ+ and lower socio - economic communities and those with a disability.

OUR VALUES

We believe in being bold and ambitious, growing and evolving to create opportunities and inspire creativity.

• We lead with honour and integrity, honest and open with ourselves and our communities. We act professionally at all times.

We are inclusive, accepting of differences and avoid making assumptions. We actively listen to each other and our communities, treating each other with respect and empathy.

We support each other with kindness, care and compassion to create a healthy and happy community.