Description:
Eastern Riverina Arts (ERA) seeks an energetic, creative and multi-skilled leader to spearhead the development of partnerships and programming at Wagga’s visionary Creative Workspace, The Station.
The Program and Partnerships Manager is instrumental in leading a community and creative hub that supports local people to develop ambitious creative work, and establish creative businesses that succeed.
The Program and Partnerships Manager will develop an annual program that nurtures the utilisation, engagement and community impact of The Station. Through inclusive cultural programming and the establishment of long-term partnerships with community organisations and groups, the Program and Partnerships Manager will ensure this facility’s social benefits reach the broader community, including refugee and migrant groups, First Nations, youth and people with disability. Thousands of community members participate in programming and utilise the Station’s gallery and event spaces, meeting rooms, workshop programs, artist studios and creative office suites.
As well as managing day to day utilisation of the facility, they will develop partnerships that support and showcase local artists, makers and creative entrepreneurs, grow the local creative industries sector, and foster the long-term sustainability and community impact of the Station. The Program and Partnerships Manager is key to shaping an exemplary cultural institution that responds to regional needs and is a partner of choice for state and national cultural organisations.
Period of Employment: This contract position is attached to project funding, which expires 31/03/2026. It is subject to a 3-month probationary period. The potential to extend the contract beyond twelve months is funding-dependent and at the discretion of the employer.
Remuneration: $72,000 – 80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Plus superannuation in line with the Super Guarantee
Working Hours : Full-time 38 hours a week. Some weekends and evenings will be required.
Location : The position will be based in Wagga Wagga. Flexible working arrangements will be considered for the appropriate candidate. Some travel required.
Reference Information
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About Eastern Riverina Arts
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Partnerships Strategy
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Project information about The Station Creative Workspace
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Eastern Riverina Arts Strategic Plan 2022-2025
Application Process
To apply, please send to the Executive Director exec@easternriverinaarts.org.au :
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A Cover Letter
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A CV (Maximum 2 pages)
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A Statement addressing in detail the Selection Criteria and Key Attributes
Applications close: Monday 14th April 5:00pm
Key organisational contact: Ashleigh Baxter, Executive Director, 02 6921 6890