Program Coordinator - Creative Learning and Connect

Perth International Arts Festival; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts festival organisation is seeking a Program Coordinator – Creative Learning and Connect to coordinate educational and community engagement programs. The role includes managing partnerships, program delivery, and administrative responsibilities, ideal for someone with strong coordination skills and a passion for the arts. Candidates should have experience in program coordination, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work with diverse communities. Flexible working options and opportunities for creative growth are offered.

Benefits

Complimentary or discounted Festival tickets

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating educational or community engagement programs in arts or cultural organizations.
• Ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of Creative Learning and Connect initiatives.
• Build partnerships with artists, educators, and cultural institutions.
• Manage program budgets and prepare contracts for artists.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Job description

Program Coordinator – Creative Learning and Connect

Fixed Term Full Time

About Us

Perth Festival is your summer invitation to otherworldly experiences. We’re a not-for-profit multi-arts festival that brings world class international and local performance, music, film, visual arts and literary events to Perth, Western Australia, every summer.

As Australia’s longest-running arts festival, for 70 years we have been celebrating Perth, its people and its culture on the shores of the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River). Founded by The University of Western Australia and grounded on Noongar Boodjar, we are uniquely placed to celebrate the oldest living cultures in the world by championing rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander traditions and contemporary arts practice.

We have cultivated decades of cultural growth through commissioning major new works and engaging diverse audiences.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a passionate and proactive Program Coordinator – Creative Learning and Connect to deliver Perth Festival’s school, education and community engagement programs.

Reporting to the Engagement and Regional Manager, you’ll coordinate a range of opportunities for students, teachers and local arts industry across both the Creative Learning and Connect programs. You’ll liaise with educators, artists, venues, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery, deep community engagement, and meaningful outcomes.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in relationship-building, has strong coordination skills, and is passionate about creating access to the arts for students, teachers and creative communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Delivery: Coordinate the delivery of Creative Learning and Connect initiatives, including Festival Lab, masterclasses, workshops and school engagement
• Maintain and build partnerships with artists, educators, schools, and cultural institutions
• Develop and share teaching resources aligned to the Festival program
• Assist in programming content for Partner Schools and identify ways to expand audience reach
• Administration & Budgeting: Prepare contracts for artists and program partners
• Manage program budgets and expenditure within Festival guidelines
• Meet key internal deadlines and delivery milestones
• Contribute to post-program reports, funding applications, and acquittals
• Liaise with Production, Marketing, Ticketing, Sponsorship and Philanthropy to ensure alignment and smooth delivery
• Support schools booking processes and student ticket offers
• Assist in promoting the program through content, documentation and event support
• Promotion & Engagement: Help create written and visual content for marketing and communications
• Host or support community events, forums, and Connect-related functions
• Ensure program documentation is captured for archival and reporting purposes

You’ll Bring

• Experience coordinating educational or community engagement programs, ideally in arts, festivals, or cultural organisations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience engaging respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and/or culturally diverse communities
• Confidence working independently as well as within a collaborative team environment

Special Requirements

• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive company vehicles
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends during the program delivery period
• A valid Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape creative learning across WA
• A supportive and passionate team environment
• Complimentary or discounted Festival tickets
• Flexible working options
• The opportunity to build your producing career in a major festival setting

How to Apply

Ready to connect communities through the power of the arts?

Please respond to the selection criteria listed above and click “apply” to submit your application including a resume and cover letter.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our People & Culture Team on

[emailprotected]

Our commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity

Perth Festival promotes inclusion and values diversity, and our recruitment process focuses on the skills and abilities that help to attract, develop, and retain our workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Perth Festival does not condone or tolerate victimisation, sexual harassment, or direct and indirect discrimination.