OMAC & FRESH Casual Assistant

Auckland Council; Auckland; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Auckland Council in Auckland is seeking someone for a casual role to help with exhibitions and community arts programs. You will network and build relationships with artists and gain hands-on skill development in our Gallery & Music & Arts Centre, with a clear pathway into creative careers such as Gallery Coordinator or Programmer.

Responsibilities include delivering exhibitions, creating engaging programs and events in Council facilities including openings and public events, delivering talks

Qualifications

• Communication and interpersonal abilities are essential.
• Experience with admin tasks and social media is desirable.
• Good organisation and time management are important.
• A passion and knowledge of the arts help applicants stand out.
• Ability to collaborate and design community art programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of exhibitions and create programmes and events in Council facilities including openings and public events.
• Assist with execution of talks, classes and workshops (Saturdays).
• Provide walkthrough tours of the exhibitions for visitors and the local community.
• Assist with exhibition documentation and social media updates.
• Help with hospitality, hosting and delivering engaging art and crafts programs (FRESH & OMAC).

Skills

Communication skills

Administrative & Social Media

Organisational skills

Arts knowledge

Collaboration

Job description

This is a casual role and comes with some awesome opportunities including:

• Networking and relationship building with artists


• Skill development in our Gallery & Music & Arts Centre and in Auckland Council


• Pathway into creative careers – Gallery Coordinator, Programmer


• Creating engaging and interactive art and crafts programs at FRESH & OMAC


• Assist with the delivery of exhibitions, create programmes and events in Council’s arts and culture facilities including, openings, public events, and school holidays.


• Assist with the delivery of public talks, classes and workshops (Saturdays)


• Assist with the delivery of events as required, including hospitality and hosting


• Provide walkthrough tours of the exhibitions by interacting with visitors and the local community


• Assist with exhibition documentation and social media

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills


• Administrative and Social Media Skills


• Organisation skills and ability to manage tasks efficiently


• Passion and knowledge about the arts.


• Ability to collaborate and design community art programs

A current, full New Zealand divers licence is essential for this role.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by Gender Tick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

The salary for this role is $29.90 per hour

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.