Director, Art Gallery of South Australia

Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Job reference: 597099
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout the DepartmentThe Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.About the Business - Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA)The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its worldrenowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 47,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSA's artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia.Role Highlights

• A cornerstone senior leadership role for the future direction of AGSA
• AGSA houses one of country's finest art collections
• AGSA is a substantial cultural resource for South Australians

Role DetailsThe Director, Art Gallery of South Australia will further develop AGSA's footprint, operations, collections, exhibitions and research as we become the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Through exceptional leadership, commercial acumen and stakeholder management, serve the community by enriching the lives of artists audiences, and enhance the cultural prosperity and reputation of SA through our world renown art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events for current and future generations.Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

ClassificationSAES - Level1 ExecutiveSalary Range$179,720 - $276,492 p.a.DurationUp to 3 yearsApplications and inquiries to be sent to:Tony Grierson
AEGEUS Recruitment
Phone: 08 7160 2383
Email: agsa@aegeus.asia
Applications close: 14/06/2024 11:00 PMAttachments:
-Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.