Vacancy Details

  • Exciting opportunity as the Head of Programming in our Arts House team
  • This is a permanent full-time opportunity (38 hours per week).
  • $118,141 – 132,962 (dependant on skills and experience) + 11.5% superannuation 

 

About City of Melbourne

Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.  At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.

We are the City of Melbourne, a place to be bold and inspirational.

 

About the Role

Are you a visionary arts leader passionate about shaping bold, innovative, and inclusive artistic experiences? 

As the Head of Programming at Arts House, you will drive the creative vision, curation and delivery of a dynamic program that pushes boundaries and engages diverse communities. Leading a team of talented producers, artists, and specialists, you will foster experimentation, champion interdisciplinary art, and create opportunities for new and emerging voices. Your leadership will ensure that Arts House remains a vibrant hub for contemporary performance, aligning with the City of Melbourne’s Creative Programming Framework and Creative Strategy.

In this role, you’ll cultivate deep connections with artists, audiences, and communities, amplifying underrepresented voices and embedding inclusivity at the heart of the program. You’ll shape a program that reflects the values of the Disability Inclusion Action Plan and Equity-Builder anti-racism plan, ensuring that Arts House is a space where all creative practitioners and audiences feel seen and heard. With a passion for storytelling, risk-taking, and artistic excellence, you will be instrumental in strengthening Arts House’s position as a leading force in contemporary arts. 

To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in “Position Information”.

 

What you will bring to City of Melbourne

  • Demonstrated Extensive experience in creative practice, particularly in programming, producing and/or curation.
  • Deep local, national, and global arts knowledge, networks, and perspective.
  • Experience working in a community and/or sector responsive context with the proven ability to design creative programs and support mechanisms that drive engagement, generate ideas, and support the development of independent artists and the presentation of new work.
  • Outstanding people leadership skills developed through a demonstrated background in leading, developing and motivating a diverse team.
  • Solid understanding of, and experience working with, diverse stakeholders including artists, art organisations, peak arts bodies, funding/sponsorship bodies, community organisations, and local interest and community groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, report against, and evaluate business plans and budgets.
  • Proven experience effectively managing issues within a political and risk-conscious environment.

 

What we can offer you at City of Melbourne

  • Attractive Remuneration & Benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, excellent leave entitlements, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.
  • Career and Leadership Development Programs:  Comprehensive career and leadership development programs aimed at fostering professional growth and advancement.
  • Permanent Full Time Opportunity: Permanent full-time opportunity based in the one of our beautiful Melbourne CBD offices.
  • Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: At the City of Melbourne, we champion work-life balance; manage your own schedule, work from home, and explore alternative work arrangements, including ADO options.
  • Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to shaping the future of Melbourne for visitors and residents.

 

How to apply

This is a fantastic and dynamic opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and become an integral part of the vibrant energy that defines Melbourne city. If you have a genuine commitment and passion for making a difference in the community through arts and culture, this could be the role for you! 

To apply, please complete the online application form by:

  • Attaching your resume
  • Including a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the "What You Will Bring to the Role" requirements.

Submit your application by Friday 14th March at 11:45 PM. 

For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact Amrit Gill, Creative Programming Lead via email: amrit.gill@melbourne.vic.gov.au 

Note: Applications via email will not be accepted. Please apply by clicking the 'APPLY' button.

 

For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits.  If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact careers@melbourne.vic.gov.au 

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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best.  As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.