Associate Producer, Public Programs

Victorian Government; City of Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 73.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Museums Victoria in Melbourne is seeking an Associate Producer, Public Programs to help develop, coordinate and deliver public programs, events and digital experiences for diverse audiences with a core focus on Melbourne Museum.

You will work with artists, staff and partners to ensure high-quality audience experiences while meeting organisational objectives. This fixed-term role is based in Melbourne and offers full-time or part-time arrangements.

Qualifikationen

• Experience developing and delivering innovative public programs in the cultural sector for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of public program, event or festival planning and delivery, including logistics and safety.
• Ability to coordinate programs, manage staffing, resources, budgets and timelines.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate and deliver public programs, events and digital programs meeting audience and business objectives.
• Liaise with artists, staff, stakeholders and partners; prepare permits, run sheets and schedules.
• Present engaging programs for early years, children, families and adults.
• Coordinate program schedules, timelines, finances, communications and reporting.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and use feedback to improve programs.

Kenntnisse

Public programs development

Event coordination

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Jobbeschreibung

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time or part-time

Grade: VPS 3

Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/9758B

Australia's largest public museum organisation is seeking an Associate Producer, Public Programs to help create engaging programs and events for diverse audiences at Melbourne Museum.

Australia's largest public museum organisation is seeking an Associate Producer, Public Programs to help create engaging programs and events for diverse audiences at Melbourne Museum.

ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA:

Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world's most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV)-where every day is a new opportunity to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the southern hemisphere's largest and most iconic museum organisations, we're not just about exhibits; we're about engaging, immersive moments that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.

Home to the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, the culturally rich Immigration Museum, the mind-expanding Scienceworks, and the World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, MV is a place where events transform spaces and stories into something truly unmissable. Join a passionate team that brings ideas to life and makes discovery part of everyday experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

As Associate Producer, Public Programs, you will support the development, coordination and delivery of public programs, events and digital experiences that engage Museums Victoria's diverse audiences. With a core focus on Melbourne Museum, you will help deliver excellent audience experiences while meeting organisational and partner objectives.

Some of the key duties include:

• Coordinate and deliver public programs, events and digital programs that meet audience, experience and business objectives.
• Liaise with artists, stakeholders, staff, technical teams and partners, and prepare permits, run sheets, event specifications and schedules.
• Present engaging programs for early years, children, teens, families and adult audiences.
• Coordinate program schedules, timelines, financial administration, communications and reporting.
• Build strong stakeholder and partner relationships, review programs and implement improvements informed by audience needs.

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience developing and delivering innovative public programs in the cultural sector, particularly for early years, children and family audiences.
• Knowledge of public program, event or festival planning and delivery, including logistics, technical requirements and occupational health and safety.
• Strong coordination skills, with the ability to manage staffing, resources, logistics, budgets and timelines.
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, communities, artists and partners.
• The ability to use data and audience insights to evaluate and improve programs and audience outcomes.

OTHER INFORMATION

This is a fixed-term, full-time position until 1 June 2027. The salary on offer is Grade 3, Value Range 1, base of grade $81,496 plus 12% superannuation.

OUR COMMITMENT

Museums Victoria is strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We create and maintain a child safe environment and have zero tolerance for child abuse. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check and a Working with Children Check, and be assessed as suitable.

Museums Victoria is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate all communities. Museums Victoria is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people of all ages, gender identities and sexual orientations.

We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support to participate, please contact the contact listed in this job ad.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Applications close Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11.59pm

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 18 October 2026 (11:59pm)

Key Selection Criteria

• Experience in the development and delivery of innovative public programs within the cultural sector that successfully engage early years, children and family audiences.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of public programs, events or festival planning, coordination and delivery, including program operations, event logistics, technical requirements and occupational health and safety.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate programs and projects, ensuring staffing, resources, logistics and budgets are well managed and objectives are achieved within agreed timeframes.