Creative Producer, Science Engagement

Australian Museum; Sydney; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The Australian Museum seeks a Creative Producer, Science Engagement to lead the Sydney Science Trail from concept to delivery. You will work with scientists, educators and partners to program STEM activities that engage schools and communities while building science literacy.

The role includes securing funding and developing programs beyond SST. Experience in coordinating large, multi-stakeholder events, strong communication skills and a passion for First Nations cultures and the environment are

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cultural and STEM programs for students, families and science lovers.
• Proven end-to-end event coordination and project management with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to connect scientists, educators, partners and sponsors to programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of the Sydney Science Trail from concept to delivery.
• Oversee SST planning, scheduling and cross-organisational coordination.
• Secure ongoing funding, including grant submissions.
• Develop science programs outside SST connecting audiences with collections, First Nations cultures and climate solutions.

Skills

Science communication

Event management

Stakeholder management

Grant writing

Program development

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in Event Management, Education, Science Communication, or Arts

Job description

Creative Producer, Science Engagement

Join us at the Australian Museum and help us to achieve our Mission to ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change. You will lead the development and delivery of the Sydney Science Trail (SST), the Australian Museum's flagship annual science program, presented in partnership with the Botanic Gardens of Sydney. This large-scale schools and community program showcases the scientific work of both organisations. Working with scientists, educators, science communicators, and partners, you will program best-practice STEM activities that inspire participation and build science literacy. You will oversee SST from concept to delivery and help secure ongoing funding, including through grant submissions. Outside the SST season, you will develop science programs that connect audiences with the Museum's collections, First Nations cultures, natural history and climate solutions.

Employment Status

• Clerk Grade 5/6
• Fixed Term up to 12 months
• Full-time

You will be paid a competitive total remuneration package of $116,832 - $128,912 pa, including an annual salary of $102,936- $113,579, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation (currently 12%) and annual leave loading.

About you

You are a self-motivated and organised producer with experience delivering cultural and STEM programs for students, families and science lovers. You know how to turn complex science into accessible, memorable experiences that connect a broad range of audiences with the Australian Museum. With proven experience coordinating large, multi-stakeholder events from planning to delivery, you juggle competing deadlines with a calm, flexible, solutions-focused approach. You build strong relationships with researchers, educators, partners, sponsors and internal teams. You will bring a genuine interest in natural history, First Nations cultures and the environment, and tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in event management, education, science communication or the arts. Evening, weekend, public holiday and occasional overnight work is an inherent part of the role, especially during SST. A valid NSW Working with Children Check is essential. To be eligible for this role at the Australian Museum, you must hold full working rights in Australia and meet all essential requirements listed in the position description.

Knowledge and Experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of the science, science communication, education and cultural sectors
• Effective relationship management with community, stakeholders and industry
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end event coordination and project management with ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interest, knowledge and understanding in natural history, First Nations cultures, and the environment.
• Familiarity with grant writing, research and preparation of funding applications and reporting
• Experience in tracking of expenditure, reconciliation and identifying budget variances

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in Event Management, Education, Science Communication, or Arts
• Availability to work on weekends, public holidays and evenings when required.
• A valid NSW Working with Children Check

About the Australian Museum

The Australian Museum is truly a great place to work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations' culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs. The Australian Museum acknowledges that we operate on the lands, waters and skies of many First Nations Peoples. As Australia's first museum, we share the responsibility of advocating for Country and honouring First Nations Peoples and knowledges. Check out our current exhibitions and events here.

Benefits

Besides working together with other like-minded people, you will have access to professional development opportunities and dedicated Wellbeing programs.

Inclusive and Welcoming

The Australian Museum is committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from First Nations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, including physical, sensory, cognitive, intellectual, neurological, psychosocial, and chronic health conditions, whether visible or hidden; people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; people of all ages; members of the LGBTQIA+ community; and people from all socioeconomic backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager or include your requirements in your application. This may include alternative formats, communication support, flexible interviews, accessible locations, or extra assessment time. Any information you share will be kept confidential.