Director, Collections
The Director, Collections will lead the curatorial and strategic development of the Powerhouse Collection to expand its role, reputation and impact as an exceptionally significant Australian and international collection of applied arts and sciences. You will achieve new levels of access for audiences, research programs and exhibitions through co-investment, strategic partnerships and the implementation of leading digital strategies. As the Director, Collections you will continue to redefine the role of the Collection, enabling new opportunities and new ways of working to expand the museum’s international leadership role.
Powerhouse Museum
The Powerhouse Museum sits at the intersection of the arts, design, science, and technology. It plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. Established in 1881, the museum includes the Powerhouse Museum Ultimo, Sydney Observatory, and Powerhouse Castle Hill and will expand to include the museum’s new flagship - Powerhouse Parramatta. The Powerhouse is custodian of over half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of Australia's finest and most diverse collections. The Powerhouse is undertaking a landmark renewal program that includes the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta, the most significant cultural infrastructure project since the Sydney Opera House; the expansion of its storehouse in Castle Hill, which includes expanded storage and new research and public facilities and the renewal of the iconic Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. For more information about opportunities https://powerhouse.com.au/opportunity
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Contact: Lisa Havilah, Chief Executive ************@powerhouse.com.au
We respect the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live and acknowledge their continuing connection to Country. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.