Hayy Makers Manager

Hayy Jameel developed and managed by Art Jameel as Jeddah’s dedicated home for the arts and creative hub for Saudi Arabia. Designed by award-winning architects waiwai, Hayy references an Arabic word for neighbourhood, denoting the convivial and collaborative nature of the complex and its intent on bringing together a wide range of creative disciplines in one destination. Alongside the museum Hayy Arts, Hayy Learning and Hayy Studios is Hayy Cinema, Saudi’s first independent audiovisual centre, designed by Jeddah-based architects Bricklab.

Hayy Makers will be the latest activation within Hayy Jameel, as an innovative space dedicated to empowering and supporting the artist community by providing a dynamic space for collaboration, creativity and innovation. It strives to cultivate a vibrant environment that fosters artistic expression, skills development and cultural exchange. Through state-of-art facilities, diverse programmes, provision of creative expertise and tuition and a welcoming community, we aim to inspire and enable artists and producers to push boundaries, create and showcase their work to wider audiences, explore new ideas, and contribute to shaping the future of art in Saudi Arabia.

The Manager of Hayy Makers is responsible for managing the daily operations of the makerspace; membership, ticketing and revenue generation; project management and delivery of programming; ensuring a safe and welcoming environment; and contributing to promotion and outreach to the creative community in Jeddah.

Responsibilities:

Managing Transition and launch of Hayy Makers

• Project-manage the completion of Fit-out works and transition to Launch and operations of makerspace.

• Lead on developing the Organisational Structure for the delivery of makerspace and its programming including freelancers, technicians and all support services that may be required (in collaboration with the People and Operations team)

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Hayy Makers, including comprehensive Health and Safety rules and regulations and training needs.

• Collaborate with Art Jamel Learning team Programme Managers in the development and delivery of programming.

• Procurement of consumables, supplies, Equipment including Annual Maintenance Agreements in place prior to launch of Makerspace in coordination with the Procurement Coordinator.

• Co-develop content for and messaging related to Hayy Makers, collaborating with the Communications and Audiences teams.

• Develop networks and build relationships to promote and increase visibility of makerspace within the makers and the overall Jeddah Art & Crafts Community.

• Implement all Revenue Generations systems, inventory control and reporting as required by and in support of the Art Jameel Finance team.

Management of the Makerspace 

• Manage maintenance and operations of all Makerspace equipment and machinery. 
• Provide training to users, members as needed in the safe use of equipment and machinery.
• Provide troubleshooting when necessary, research additions and equipment replacements as appropriate, and coordinate implementation with programming, operations, Finance and IT Teams, where necessary. 
• Provide supervision of Makerspace.  Supervisory duties include developing and hiring processes, setting of expectations, technicians and freelancers schedule, training, and disciplinary processes including termination of membership. 
•  Plan, manage the marketing of, and execute Makerspace sponsored events during regular scheduled hours as well as weekends, where necessary. 
• Manage all purchases, expenses, recordkeeping, inventory, etc. in coordination with the Art Jameel finance team. Ensure materials and/or equipment are stocked and ordered as needed. 
• Support Head of operations in managing Makers budget including annual budget development for upcoming years. 
•  Coordinate with the program team on Makerspace for courses, workshops, and events.  This could include training the team on equipment or being in the space during the event to assist as part of supervision of space

Supporting Members and Users

Members and users support in utilizing Makerspace to promote creativity and innovation, safe work practices, proper material and equipment selection, and use. 

•  Manage requests related to the Makerspace, manage scheduling, and assist with set-up and de-installation of equipment – where needed. 
•  Partner with technicians, suppliers, contractors and program managers to provide support, guidance and make recommendations as appropriate, machining of parts, testing, modifications, and other creative solutions. 

Makerspace Health and Safety 

• Manage, promote and implement a Health and Safety culture and to ensure standard processes are followed and documented as required. 
• Consult with contractors, operations team members concerning repairs of equipment or modifications to maintain specific standards, as needed. 
• Manage Hazard Communications requirements; carry out periodic risk assessment and mitigation plan including proper labelling of hazards, personal protective equipment, and related materials. 
•  Work with external vendors to schedule repairs or as-needed preventive and reactive maintenance program.