Workshop Developer
Remote
Babylon Migrants Project is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Workshop Developer to help us refine and develop the portfolio of workshops we deliver for other organisations. A key part of the role will be working with our Leap graduates - a cohort of young people with lived experience of displacement who have trained with Babylon as facilitators - to develop workshops on subjects they are passionate about. You will also be working with the wider Babylon team to refine existing workshops and develop new workshops which align with our mission and focus.
The role will be freelance for 7 days at £150/day, spread over May/June 2025.
About Us
Babylon Project is a Community Interest Company which runs creative activities by and for young people from refugee, asylum seeking and migrant backgrounds. We provide a safe and welcoming environment in which young people can take part in creative activities such as drama, storytelling, film-making and art.
Established in October 2022, Babylon Project has already made a significant impact in empowering young people through creative and community building activities. We run creative workshops and activities twice a month for refugees and asylum seekers aged 16-30 in London and Stoke-on-Trent, supporting them to hone their existing creative skills and gain new ones, boost their confidence, and make new friends. Through our workshops, participants gain and develop their skills in a range of artistic forms, such as art, theatre, storytelling, and film-making.
Alongside our community workshops, we facilitate workshops for external audiences, including other charities like the Refugee Council, the Red Cross, and UNHCR, and corporate organisations like Ben & Jerry’s. Our workshops use the creative arts as a vehicle for exploring themes such as community, wellbeing, and refugee experiences, while fostering cultural exchange and solidarity. By delivering these workshops, we seek to spread awareness of the challenges that young refugees face in the UK, challenge negative stereotypes surrounding refugees, and equip others with the knowledge and creative tools to advocate for refugees within their communities. With partners and collaborators such as Safe Passage, Red Cross, Little Amal, Fences and Frontiers, Dost, and Compass Collective, we have collectively run over 100 workshops, reaching over 1600 participants.
The Role
Babylon Migrants Project is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Workshop Developer to help us refine and develop the portfolio of workshops we deliver for other organisations. A key part of the role will be working with our Leap graduates - a cohort of young people with lived experience of displacement who have trained with Babylon as facilitators - to develop workshops on subjects they are passionate about. You will also be working with the wider Babylon team to refine existing workshops and develop new workshops which align with our mission and focus.
Main areas of focus
Reviewing/auditing
Reviewing previous workshops in order to become familiar with our existing style and previous areas of focus
Liaising with Babylon staff and facilitators to gain and understanding of current provision, our needs, the skills and expertise within the team, and the audiences of our external workshops
Providing recommendations for areas of improvement for existing workshops
Workshop development
Developing an agreed number of creative workshops for Babylon facilitators to deliver, taking into account the skills, interests and needs within the team, as well as our mission and values
Providing one-to-one support for Leap Programme graduates so they can develop new workshops to deliver on behalf of Babylon
Essential Criteria
Experience of developing creative workshops for a range of audiences
Experience in the creative sector
Strong written and spoken communication skills
Strong organisation & planning skills
A creative thinker who is able to turn concepts into practical activities
A self-starter with good interpersonal skills
A commitment to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion
Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to our values
Right to work in the UK
*Must be available to attend a workshop in London on Tuesday 13th May, 6-8pm*
Desirable Criteria
Experience of supporting young people to deliver creative work
Some experience working within the refugee sector
Experience working with people who speak English as their second language
Experience of working with a small charity or community group
Knowledge of the UK asylum system
Has a refugee or migrant background
Active interest in supporting young refugees, asylum seekers and migrants
Benefits
Flexible, self-directed hours
Opportunity to connect with people from many different cultures and backgrounds
Playing a significant role in the development of Babylon’s offering for external organisations, helping us to become more self-sufficient and creating more employment opportunities for young people with experience of forced displacement
Knowing that your work is having a meaningful and positive impact on young people from refugee, asylum seeking and migrant backgrounds
How to Apply:
Email: info@babylonproject.co.uk with your CV and a covering letter. Please also supply contact details of two referees.
Deadline: 5pm, Monday 21 April. Interviews w/c 28th April. For more information about the role, feel free to email info@babylonproject.co.uk with any questions.
We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network (www.ebeemployment.org.uk), which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices, and respect personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience. Please feel free to use information and resources at https://www.ebeemployment.org.uk/ebe which may help in preparing your job application.