Manager, The Dax Centre

• Maternity Leave Cover for 6 months
• Competitive salary based on experience with attractive Not- For- Profit Salary Packaging
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on people and their families affected by complex mental health issues.

SANE is the leading national mental health organisation for people with persistent, recurring or complex mental health issues and trauma.

We provide a range of free digital and telehealth services to support them and their families. Led by the voices of its community, SANE drives change to improve the lives of those living with complex mental health issues and to end stigma and discrimination. SANE is a leader in innovation, and our services continue to evolve in response to co-design and feedback from participants and members of our communities. To be successful in a role at SANE requires resilience, adaptability and open-mindedness.

We are 120 people with 60 volunteers, we are purpose driven, values aligned, passionate and engaged.

About the role:

As part of SANE Australia, The Dax Centre provides artists with lived experience of mental health issues opportunities for creative expression, while fostering social change by expanding the public’s awareness of mental illness, and breaking down stigma through art.

The Manager provides high quality management of The Dax Centre, ensuring that all aspects of the gallery and Dax programs are supportive, welcoming, safe and inclusive.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Planning and co-ordinating the successful and safe delivery of all programming for The Dax Centre including the exhibitions program, education program and other programs as required
• Managing the team of Dax casual Educators, Volunteers, Lived Experience Advocates, and the Gallery Coordinator
• Working with the SANE team to manage and deliver online creative groups as part of SANE’s digital Guided Service
• Working with the Gallery Coordinator to develop, curate and deliver engaging and informative exhibitions to raise the profile of The Dax Centre and progress the mission and purpose of The Dax Centre
• Ensuring the Cunningham Dax Collection (CDC) of artwork is properly maintained at all times, including the development and delivery of Collection management procedures, such as environmental and pest monitoring
• Overseeing the exhibitions program including installation and de-installation of exhibitions, ensuring they are well planned, safe and within budget
• Working with the Gallery Coordinator to grow education program revenue
• Managing artwork loans and image reproduction licences for image publication
• Managing The Dax Centre website and digital communication channels, using these platforms to promote exhibitions and events
• Leading the development and execution of grant proposals and fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the Gallery Coordinator and other team members

About You:

Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Arts, Communications, Marketing or other equivalent educational and professional experience
• ASIST, MHFA, First Aid and Safe Storytelling are preferred.
• 2+ years in a similar role
• Strong administration, project management and information technology skills, with an ability to operate computer systems and software including MS Office, Adobe Photoshop (desirable), InDesign (desirable), online databases and web authoring tools
• RSA and food handling certificates are preferred but not essential, training can be provided for these certificates if required.

Desirable

• Some experience or knowledge in sales/business development
• A passion for mental health and an understanding of how creativity can improve mental health outcomes and empower individuals
• First Aid certification is an advantage

You’ll be known as:

• An excellent written and verbal communicator, able to engage with The Dax Centre community
• Committed to delivery of excellent customer service and experience
• A problem solver, with strong attention to detail

What we offer:

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional days pro-rata of paid Reflection Leave per year.
• Opportunity to assist Australians affected by complex mental issues.

Please note: All SANE employees are required to complete safeguarding checks including a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Interested?

Applications will be reviewed as they come in so, please Apply Now!

SANE is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on our diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, inclusive environment for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including people with lived experience of complex mental health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from CALD and LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages to apply for our roles.

Please reach out if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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