First Nations Curator

• Requisition Number: 304
• Salary Range: $86,989.73 – $90,545.27 per annum
• Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Location: Tanks Arts Centre
• Application Close Date: Sunday, 15 September 2024 at 11.30pm AEST

Agency applications are not being accepted at this stage.

This is an identified First Peoples position as permitted by and arguable under Section 25,104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. Identified First Peoples position have the essential requirement that the applicant is of Australian First Peoples (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) descent, identifies as such and is accepted as such by the community in which they lie or have lived. This position may require proof of identity, and this is usually provided by a First Peoples community organisation if required.

Picture living between the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef and the lush Daintree Rainforest, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Imagine living in a city where you’re just minutes away from world-renowned natural wonders, enjoying a warm, tropical climate year-round. Cairns isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to live your best life.

An exciting opportunity in our Creative Life team is now available for an experienced First Nations Curator to develop exhibitions and programs for our growing suit of gallery venues in Cairns.

Creative Life has established relationships with a wide variety of artists and organisations in the community and cultural sectors, with whom we partner in the conception, development and delivery of exhibitions, projects and events.

This role will focus on one of the priorities for growth in our program: building our capacity, and the capacity of practitioners to present First Nations arts and culture to a broad audience.

Primary Objectives: –    To provide overall supervision, coordination and management of the Creative Life First Nations – –    Visual Arts Program, maintaining the highest production values and audience development       potentials.–    To collaborate with the Creative Life Curator, Creative Director, and Programming Team and       provide expert advice in the production and presentation of a diverse, multi-arts program.–    To drive the consultation and engagement protocols with respect to first nations communities       and artists as they relate to Creative Life’s program in Visual and Performing Arts.

Our Ideal Candidate:–    Tertiary qualifications in the Arts and/or extensive relevant arts industry experience–    Proven programming, curation and project management experience–    Demonstrated engagement with First Nations artistic and cultural practice and communities–    Successful experience in producing and managing diverse arts and events presentations,       particularly in the Visual Arts sector –    Proven ability to write clear and effective reports, submissions, proposals, grant applications and      promotional materials and communicate effectively–    Highly developed staff management, and organisational systems planning and implementation       skills

Some benefits we offer:–   Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities–    Fitness Passport – subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)–    Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave–    Up to 3 weeks personal leave–    Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions–    Salary sacrifice opportunities–    Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements–    Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:–    Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment–    Embracing innovation and continuous improvement–    Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU! Applications MUST be submitted online through the ‘Apply’ button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.