Address- Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of YIRRAMBOI Festival, where you'll have the chance to champion First Nations leadership, new work, visibility & dialogue, and international collaboration.
- This is a temporary full time opportunity (38 hours per week) based in one of our beautiful North Melbourne (Meat Market) offices - contract until 31st January 2025.
- $138,183 - $155,523 (dependent on skills & experience) + 11% 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 & YIRRAMBOI Festival:
YIRRAMBOI, meaning tomorrow in the shared languages of the Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung (Wurundjeri) peoples of the Kulin Nations, invites applications for the role of a visionary Business Manager. YIRRAMBOI Festival is Melbourne's prestigious biennial First Nations festival, championing the continuous cultures and diverse contemporary practices of First Nations artists. Grounded in principles of First Nations leadership, new work, visibility & dialogue, and international collaboration, YIRRAMBOI brings its mission to life by producing and presenting programs, fostering independent artists, and nurturing creative projects in collaboration with cultural and community partners.
As the Business Manager, you will spearhead YIRRAMBOI's business, finance, marketing, and administrative systems. You'll be at the forefront of developing, implementing, and overseeing innovative systems, ensuring the festival's evolution, sustainability, and viability while optimising budget and resources.
We are looking for an individual with a proven background and deep insight into collaborating with First Nations processes and protocols. The role involves a high-level interface with internal stakeholders, fostering solid and collaborative relationships so an understanding of and ability to work with key stakeholders including artists, art organisations, peak arts bodies, community organisations and local interest and community groups is highly sought after.
To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in "Position Information".
What you will bring to City of Melbourne
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated extensive experience in event / festival production and project management.
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of working with First Nations process and protocol
- Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience in management and coordination of event operations and logistics, planning/scoping/design, risk management, emergency management, OH&S, resource deployment, major contract management, traffic management, festival operations systems, staffing systems and financial management.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, manage and maintain business plans, programs, policies and associated resources, communications, governance, budgetary and financial management requirements.
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.
- Shape the Future of First Nations Arts: Play a crucial role in shaping the festival's trajectory, driving programs, and fostering independent artists. Be part of a team that actively collaborates with cultural and community partners to create an inclusive and impactful celebration of First Nations arts.
- Career and Leadership Development Programs: Comprehensive career and leadership development programs aimed at fostering professional growth and advancement.
- Full Time Opportunity: This is temporary full time opportunity based in one of our beautiful North Melbourne 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.
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, this could be the role for you!
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter
- Provide responses to the following questions:
- What excites you about the possibility of joining our team and taking on this role?
- What can you bring to this role that will help you and your team succeed?
- What does self-determination look like to you?
Please submit your application encompassing all of the above by 11:45pm Sunday 11th February 2024.
For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact Cara Tamandl - Business Manager, Yirramboi via email: Cara.Tamandl@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Please be aware that we are actively recruiting for this position so you may be contacted prior to application close date.
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.
