Curatorial Administration Officer

Description:

Job Reference: 3S1FBE1F Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees Only Business Unit: Art Gallery of south Australia Location: Adelaide Salary Range: $67,589 - $72,033 Classification: ASO300 Duration: 24 Closing Date: 03 Mar 2025 Role Highlights

• Provides a range of administrative support services for AGSA’s Curators
• Coding of invoices in Basware as well as international payments
• Preparing documentation and correspondence pertaining to loans of works

Role Details Contributing to the management, promotion, documentation and research of the Art Gallery of South Australia collection and works within its care. Provision of an effective administrative service that supports the high functioning AGSA curatorial team, including the organisation of meetings, preparation of minutes, travel bookings, coordination of interns and visiting academics, assisting with exhibition research, catalogues and articles, including distribution of AGSA publications to exhibition lenders and other stakeholders. Ensure the timely and high quality management of acquisition processes through the Acquisitions Committee and the Art Gallery Board; including arranging meetings, preparing documentation which integrates with AGSA’s online collection management system (eMU) and the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program, preparing minutes and processing invoices. Prepare documentation and correspondence pertaining to loans of works, donations, and contributing to the professional document management of AGSA Provide professional and timely communication with a range of stakeholders including liaising with lenders, donors, vendors and members of the public. Provide a high level of professional administrative support that amplifies the work of AGSA, both internally and externally, including coordinating responses to public enquiries and correspondence and maintaining relevant files and documentation. Under the direction of the Senior Curator, support the curatorial team with projects and research as required. Coordinate the financial administration for the Curatorial area, ensuring receipt of invoicing, approved financial delegation and preparation and coding of invoices in Basware as well as international payment Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

For more information please see the role description:

P50117 ASO3 Curatorial Administration Officer Role Description.docx
About the Department The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives. About the Business The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its world-renowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 47,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences - to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSA's artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia. Contact Us Enquiries to Tansy Curtin - Assistant Director, Artistic Program (08) 8207 7012 curtin.tansy@artgallery.sa.gov.au Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.