Organisation : Australian Museum
Location : Sydney (Sydney)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Government
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : ($113,343 – $124,901) with a total remuneration package up to $139,077 per annum
Application closing date : 14 Mar, 2022
About the organisation
About the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum (AM) operates within the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet, is the first museum in Australia and was founded in 1827. The AM provides access, engagement and scientific research to increase our understanding of natural history and culture, particularly of the Australasian region. The AM holds more than 21 million objects of biological, geological and cultural collections and develops programs, exhibitions and school and community education initiatives onsite, online and offsite.
The AM mission is: To ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change.
The AM vision is: To be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.
For more information, visit the website.
The AM supports a diverse workforce and promotes applications from First Nation and Torres Strait Islander people. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, Australian Museum will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
About the role
Manager, Programming
Salary Classification: Clerk Grade 9/10 ($113,343 – $124,901) with a total remuneration package up to $139,077 per annum
Employment Status: Ongoing Full Time
About the Role
The Manager, Programming will lead the development, design and implementation of exceptional, innovative public programs for all audiences, which respond to temporary exhibitions, Museum-wide projects and the AM’s three priority content areas: Climate change, First Nations culture and natural sciences. The role oversees delivery within several diverse programming streams: Adults, Children, First Nations-focussed programs, and Science Engagement.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualification or relevant, equivalent professional experience.
- Significant experience in programming in a museum or other cultural or scientific context.
- Sound working knowledge of audiences (including niche audiences) and methods of public programming in museums.
- Experience effectively managing a diverse team.
- Knowledge and experience in order to deliver the Key Accountabilities and perform to the Focus Capabilities outlined in this Role Description.
The successful applicant will be subject to a national criminal records check.
More information about applying for a role in the public sector can be found on the I work for NSW page.
Applicants must submit:
- A one to two page covering letter which outlines your suitability for the role.
- Resume
As part of the online application process, you will be prompted to answer two targeted questions.
- Please give an example of a relevant and challenging project that you worked on that required innovative thinking in terms of programming concepts and delivery. What were the biggest challenges, how did you accomplish it and what was the outcome? (500 words maximum)
- Please outline the things you would need to consider, including the risks, when designing and managing First Nations programs. How would you adapt your working process to reflect any changed requirements? (500 words maximum)
Please click here for a Role Description
Enquiries: Russell Briggs – Director, Museum Experience & Engagement; email: russell.briggs@australian.museum
It is a condition of employment at the Australian Museum that all employees, or prospective employees, be double vaccinated for COVID 19 or hold a valid medical exemption.
The Australian Museum welcomes applications from First Nation and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disability. Please indicate if you have any accessibility requirements in your application or speak with the contact person should you be called for an interview. We provide reasonable adjustment for people with a disability during the recruitment process and on employment.
How to apply
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Please quote in application: Manager, Programming via Pro Bono Australia.
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