Exhibit Developers And Exhibition Concept Developers, Aps Levels 5 & 6

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

Questacon’s exhibition program brings science, technology and innovation to the Australian public through interactive and provocative experiences.

The Concepts team plays a key role in developing new exhibitions and installations at Questacon.

The responsibilities of the Concepts team include:

• Defining the goals and narratives for exhibitions, researching topics and developing exhibit experiences
• Collaborating with the in-house design and workshop production teams to bring exhibit ideas to life
• Writing exhibition content, aided by subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy of information
• Conducting audience research to ensure exhibits are appealing and engaging 
• Planning any additional multimedia and support material for exhibitions

These ongoing vacancies are a rare opportunity to secure an influential position in the development of interactive experiences for Questacon's public galleries.

Your application should be based on the skills and capabilities outlined in this section.

To succeed, you will:

• Be excited by science and technology and always be on the lookout to learn more about the world around you
• Have experience in creating captivating stories for the general public (e.g. blog/magazine articles, exhibitions, theatre scripts or live performances, podcasts etc.)
• Enjoy solving problems and have experience turning complex ideas into effective communication pieces
• Be able to find trustworthy information on unfamiliar topics
• Be able to consult with people of all ages and backgrounds – from scientists to artists to school children - to figure out the best way forward on your projects
• Enjoy working with people with vastly different jobs and responsibilities on complicated projects
• Be resilient when your ideas need to be reimagined

Exhibition Concept Developer (APS6):

Exhibition Concept Developers play a lead role in development of each new Exhibition Concept. This includes determining the goals and objectives, narrative or angle, and interactive experiences to inform development of a Questacon exhibition. Responsibilities include:

• Planning and coordinating topic and audience research, and stakeholder mapping to inform development of an Exhibition Concept.
• Leading ideation of interactive and engaging exhibits and experiences for audiences of all ages.
• Writing interpretive content for exhibit interpretation panels, screen-based multimedia, and Exhibition support materials, including developing the tone and voice of new exhibitions. 
• Supporting and coordinating the work of Exhibit Developers and other team members, to ensure exhibition goals are realised. 

Exhibit Developer (APS5):

Exhibit Developers work closely with the Exhibition Concept Developer (APS6) to develop individual elements of an exhibition. Responsibilities include:

• Researching and developing interactive and engaging exhibit ideas for audiences of all ages.
• Writing interpretive content for exhibit interpretation panels, screen-based multimedia, and Exhibition support materials.
• Participating in evaluation and audience research – including making and testing prototypes and conducting in-person interviews and surveys to inform development.

Other duties:

All roles’ responsibilities also include:

• Coordinating and collaborating as part of an interdisciplinary team to meet project timelines.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders to contribute to Questacon’s new exhibitions.
• Maintaining work records and organising their own work.

The successful candidate must have, or be able to obtain, an ACT Government Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

This recruitment process is being undertaken for an ongoing APS6 appointment, and future APS5 ongoing vacancies. Non-ongoing opportunities may also be offered.

This vacancy requires successful candidates to be based in Canberra, with some provisions for flexible work arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette. 

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Your application should be in two parts: 

1.  In no more than 500 words, please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. You should try and align your application to the "Our ideal candidate" section of the job description. 

2.   In no more than 250 words, tell us about your favourite science centre, museum or art gallery experience and why.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact ***********@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1*** if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Dylan Barker on 02 62222*** or via email on ************@questacon.edu.au