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Innovation & Cultural Network Coordinator (July 2026)
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FEDORA – The European Circle of Philanthropists of Opera and Dance is a non-profit association committed to supporting the future of opera and dance in Europe. The organisation supports emerging artists, fosters new business models, and stimulates sustainable innovation on, behind and beyond the stage through its funding programmes and European platform activities.
FEDORA develops its mission through the FEDORA Prizes, the Next Stage Grants, and the FEDORA Platform, which brings together Platform Members across Europe to advance sustainability, inclusivity, and digital transformation in the sector. The organisation combines public and private funding and works closely with cultural institutions and strategic partners to make opera and dance more accessible and innovative
FEDORA is looking for its future Innovation & Cultural Network Coordinator to join its Innovation & Partnerships Department in Paris. The Coordinator will contribute to the management and development of FEDORA’s cultural network, the coordination of the FEDORA Prizes Biennale, and the follow-up of funding programmes.
The position requires strong project coordination skills, excellent stakeholder management, and a keen interest in the opera, dance, and cultural innovation sectors. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure the high-quality implementation of FEDORA’s programmes and member relations.Key responsibilities:
Organisational Members management
- Coordinate the renewal process for Organisational Members and ensure accurate follow-up of memberships.
- Manage member relations, including benefits, information sharing, and ongoing engagement with existing members.
- Contribute to the development of the network through the prospection of new members, including opera houses, dance companies, festivals, and other cultural institutions.
- Maintain and update membership records and related monitoring tools.
FEDORA Prizes coordination
- Coordinate the project management of the FEDORA Prizes Biennale.
- Support the preparation and implementation of the call for applications and the overall competition timeline.
- Manage applicant relations, sourcing of projects, and follow-up throughout the selection process.
- Coordinate jury-related processes, including preparation of materials, scheduling, and liaison with jury members.
- Ensure follow-up with winning projects and contribute to alumni management by tracking developments and maintaining relationships with prize winners.
Funding programmes management
- Contribute to the preparation of deliverables for European Union co-funded projects and other funding programmes.
- Track activities, deadlines, and reporting requirements across relevant programmes.
- Monitor contributors’ inputs and support contribution management.
- Assist with drafting presentations, reports, and internal coordination documents related to programme implementation.
Profile:
Education and experience
- Master’s degree or equivalent, preferably in arts and cultural management, business administration, European affairs, international relations, or project management.
- Previous professional experience in project coordination, cultural networks, membership management, or funding programmes is highly desirable.
- Experience in the cultural, non-profit, or European cooperation sector is an advantage.
Skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage several workstreams simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work rigorously and independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in managing relationships with members, applicants, jurors, and institutional stakeholders.
- Good command of digital tools and Microsoft Office applications; experience with CRM systems is an asset.
Languages
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Fluent written and spoken French.
- Additional European languages are an advantage.
Contract details:
- Start date: July 2026
- Contract type: full-time contract (CDD) (with possibility to be extended into CDI)
Work locations:
- Palais Garnier, 8 rue Scribe, 75009 Paris.
- 79 rue du Mont-Cenis, 75018 Paris.
- Remote working.
Compensation and benefits:
- Salary according to profile.
- 50% public transport ticket reimbursement.
- Meal vouchers (tickets de restaurant) for every day worked.
- Access to the company cafeteria.
How to Apply:
You can apply via the form here.
Application Deadline:
7 June 2026
For more information, contact:
Kseniia Travnikova
Finance & Project Manager
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Cultural Network
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