Arts and Cultural Development Officer

City of Tea Tree Gully; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Tea Tree Gully is seeking an experienced Arts & Culture Development Coordinator to lead creative programs, events and exhibitions that engage the community. The role involves managing partnerships with artists and organisations and delivering opportunities for participation and connection across Gallery 1855 and Council events.

You will work with a collaborative team, lead volunteers, and drive the Arts and Culture Plan to enrich community life with innovative, inclusive programs.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and delivering arts and cultural programs, events, workshops and exhibitions.
• Strong understanding of exhibition management and artwork handling practices.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and facilitate groups.
• Experience leading, supporting and motivating volunteers, artists and community participants.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, deliver and evaluate arts and cultural development initiatives for the local community, including programs through Gallery 1855.
• Drive the implementation of Council's Arts and Culture Plan.
• Build and maintain partnerships with artists, cultural organisations and community groups.
• Create opportunities for community participation, creative expression and cultural engagement.
• Coordinate workshops, exhibitions, events and other cultural initiatives.
• Lead, support and develop a team of volunteers.
• Manage projects, contractors and program delivery to achieve outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Arts programming

Event management

Stakeholder engagement

Volunteer leadership

Exhibition management

Job description

At the City of Tea Tree Gully, we believe arts and culture play a vital role in bringing people together, celebrating diversity and creating vibrant places to live.

We're seeking an experienced and passionate Arts & Culture Development Coordinator to lead the delivery of creative programs, events and exhibitions that make a meaningful impact across our city. From exhibitions at Gallery 1855 to workshops, cultural initiatives and community events, you'll play a key role in creating opportunities for people to participate, create and connect.

Working closely with artists, community groups, volunteers and key stakeholders, you'll help bring Council's Arts and Culture vision to life while fostering a thriving, inclusive and culturally rich community.

If you're excited by the opportunity to influence a city's cultural landscape while working for a progressive, community-focused organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the position

Reporting to the Team Leader Community Wellbeing, this position is responsible for:

• Coordinating, delivering and evaluating a range of arts and cultural development initiatives for the local community, including programs delivered through Gallery 1855
• Driving the implementation of Council's Arts and Culture Plan
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with artists, cultural organisations, community groups and key stakeholders
• Creating opportunities for community participation, creative expression and cultural engagement
• Coordinating workshops, exhibitions, events and other cultural initiatives that enrich community life
• Leading, supporting and developing a dedicated team of volunteers
• Managing projects, contractors and program delivery to achieve successful outcomes
• Contributing to a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement across Council

About you

You are a creative, community-minded professional who enjoys bringing people together through arts and culture. You combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and are passionate about creating engaging experiences that deliver positive community outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience designing and delivering arts and cultural programs, events, workshops and exhibitions
• A strong understanding of exhibition management and artwork handling practices
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences
• Confidence facilitating groups, delivering presentations and engaging with the community
• Experience leading, supporting and motivating volunteers, artists and community participants
• Strong contractor management and project delivery skills
• Initiative, adaptability and a practical approach to problem solving
• Well-developed written communication skills
• Personal integrity and behaviours aligned with Council's values
• Competent technology skills and experience using corporate systems
• A current DHS Working with Children Check, or the willingness to obtain one

Position Description: Arts and Cultural Development Coordinator

Why work for us?

A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to create meaningful community connections while building a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative and supportive team that values customer care, trust, teamwork and growth. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed, individual contributions are valued and people are empowered to do their best work.

We are proud to be White Ribbon Accredited and are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace for all employees.

We encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from culturally diverse communities and people living with disability.

Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully.