Vacancy: residency coordinator (x/f/m)

Employment: full-time/part-time (to be agreed)
Location: Genk (Schachtboklaan 11)

About Jester
Jester is a development and meeting place for visual artists. We offer time, space and guidance to experiment, research and grow—with residency as one of our most important pillars. Our mission and vision focus on care, sustainability, diversity and honest cooperation within a collaborative art practice.

Job description
As Residency Coordinator, you are responsible for the entire residency process, from open call to completion. You will create a warm, well-organized and professional environment where artists can work and grow freely, in line with Jester's mission and values.

Responsibilities
- Planning, organizing and monitoring residencies (planning, communication, logistics, content coordination).
- Managing open calls and selection procedures together with the artistic team.
- Act as the first point of contact for residents: practical, substantive and administrative guidance.
- Organizing residents' meetings, studio discussions and networking activities.
- Organizing and coordinating exhibitions, shows and public presentations together with the artistic team and artists, and managing volunteer work.
- Preparing and following up agreements, budgets and administration.
- Monitoring, evaluating and reporting residency processes.
- Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of Jester's residency policy.

Who are we looking for?
- You have an affinity for contemporary art and experience in the cultural sector.
- You are empathetic, have strong communication skills and are good at dealing with various artists and partners.
- You work in a structured, accurate and independent way.
- You can switch between practical tasks, artistic support and policy thinking exercises.
- You have a strong organizational and problem solving mindset.
- You endorse Jester's core values: care, diversity, sustainability and honest cooperation.
- You have an excellent command of Dutch and English, both orally and in writing; multilingualism (e.g. French, German or other languages) is a plus considering Jester's international activities.

What do we offer?
- A meaningful role within a dynamic arts organization with an international appeal.
- A committed team and space for personal initiative.
- Professional development opportunities and contact with a broad artistic community.
- Remuneration in accordance with PC329.01 (b1c)

Apply
Submit your motivation letter and resume to vacature@jester.be before 18/12/25 23:59 (with “Residency Coordinator Application ”).

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