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Form of workArts Engagement Lead
- Permanent Full Time (Flexible)
Band 6 - $92,991.03 - $101,235.97 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)
- Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
The Libraries Arts and Events Branch is seeking a dynamic and experienced Arts Engagement Lead to join our Arts and Cultural Services Unit.
We’re a collaborative and creative team looking for someone who is passionate and experienced in community arts and engagement. You will be a team player who builds strong working relationships with stakeholder groups, has excellent time management and an ability to work flexibly and collaboratively. In return you will have the opportunity to work on a range of dynamic projects across our diverse and creative community.
This position plays a key role in supporting community led and Council aligned arts projects and programs throughout the municipality. The role:
- provides expert advice, guidance and referral to communities and organisations wishing to deliver Arts Engagement activities
- develops projects and programs using an all of Council approach to engaging community
- initiates and develops partnerships between art makers, community, organisations, businesses, other levels of government and Council to provide opportunity for Arts Engagement
The Arts Engagement Lead has an equity and inclusion focus, contributing to the delivery of programs and projects aligned with Council strategies, policies and plans including Arts and Culture Strategy 2022-2026, Council Plan, Yana Ngargna Plan.
The role works closely with housing estate communities and neighbourhood houses. It plays a role in connecting these groups in a creative context with external communities, specialists and appropriate Council contacts.
Yarra City Council is an exciting organisation. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture. We aim to continually improve service to the community.
For further information see the position description or contact Brona Keenan, Coordinator Arts Development on 9205 5212 and/or Brona.Keenan@yarracity.vic.gov.au
Applications close on Wednesday 7 February 2024 at 11:55pm.
703102 Arts Engagement Lead - PD (Jan 2024).pdf
In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
