SHIFT CULTURE community is seeking a new coordinator by 1 January 2027 at the latest, ideally allowing for a smooth transition period starting in the second half of 2026. Applicants should be a legal entity with a central structure able to coordinate SHIFT CULTURE legally and financially. They should have a strong background in the cultural sector and solid knowledge of eco-certification requirements. The working language is English, other languages would be an asset.
Coordination of shift culture includes:
- Development of the certification scheme, including updating of certification guidelines and auditing tools, resources and examples, supported by the SHIFT community
- Coordination and development of the SHIFT CULTURE peer-to-peer learning programme, including workshops with external expertise
- Coordination of the annual auditing and certification process with a defined auditing organisation
- Recruitment, admission and onboarding of new partners
- External communication to raise awareness, profile and recognition of SHIFT CULTURE scheme
- Management of the SHIFT CULTURE community with a growing number of participants and external partners, including administration and financial management
The governance and implementation of SHIFT CULTURE is supervised and guided by a steering group formed by participant representatives. All members of the community are invited to contribute to the development of the scheme.
SHIFT CULTURE is currently financed through annual subscription fees paid by participating networks, set at 2,500 EUR (incl. VAT) per organisation, and jointly used to cover coordination, expert input, peer-learning activities, and independent auditing. While this model has enabled the successful delivery of the pilot phase and the consolidation of the scheme, discussions within the community have highlighted the need to further reflect on financial accessibility, particularly for smaller network organisations. A more differentiated or tiered contribution model has been suggested as a possible avenue to ensure inclusivity while maintaining the financial sustainability of the programme. These considerations form part of the broader strategic questions to be addressed in the next phase of SHIFT CULTURE.
