Job opportunities
Job opportunities
About Craft NI
Craft NI exists for the promotion and development of the design-led contemporary craft industry in Northern Ireland and is a registered charity. It supports the craft industry through:
- Professional and business development programmes, helping NI makers build sustainable practices;
- A gallery, online shop and exhibition space showing and selling some of the best of NI craft;
- An information and signposting service for makers and customers, including a Craft Directory, Craft Map of NI and regular communications through all channels;
- Promotional campaigns and advocacy activities to raise awareness of Northern Ireland’s talented craft sector.
Craft NI is funded by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and Belfast City Council. It earns additional income through selling the work of over 70 NI makers in its gallery in Belfast City Centre and online.
Current opportunities:
Craft NI is seeking a project lead with experience in creative events to work with us and our partner, Design & Crafts Council Ireland, to promote August Craft Month across the island of Ireland in 2026. Join us in this annual celebration of craft on the island!
About August Craft Month
August Craft Month has been running in Northern Ireland since 2007 and aims to promote craft activities organised by individual craft makers, NI Councils, independent venues, craft collectives and societies during the month of August each year. A successful and vibrant summer festival in Cork is also well established and since 2023, Craft NI and DCCI have partnered to grow and promote this annual festival of craft across the island of Ireland, allowing makers, audiences and visitors to the island to Buy, See and Make local craft.
During this six month part-time role, you’ll work closely within a supportive partnership team from Craft NI and DCCI, led by Craft NI’s Director and with support in comms and maker engagement from both organisations, as well as external PR support.
Click on the document here to find out more about the details of the role and how to apply.
Deadline to apply: 12th March, 2026