Deputy Director

Description:

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.

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 worldrenowned 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.

• Provide vision and leadership as part of AGSAs Executive Team
• Develop and drive strategies for growth, sustainability, and engagement
• Nurture key relationships to achieve operational and strategic outcomes

The Deputy Director at the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) offers executive leadership and management, playing a vital role in achieving AGSA's strategic objectives and contributing to government and sector-wide goals. This position involves leading organisational culture, managing resources, and developing and implementing strategies to enhance AGSA's financial viability and its state and national brand reputation. Additionally, the role is responsible for creating and executing long-term strategies for growth, sustainability, and audience engagement.

• 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.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

SAES1 - South Australian Executive Services

An attractive remuneration package will be offered

Up to 36 months

Jason Smith
Director Art Gallery of South Australia
Phone: 08 7085 1665
Email: smith.jason@artgallery.sa.gov.au

Flexibility Statement
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.