Arts and Cultural Development Lead

1 week ago


Dandenong, Australia City of Greater Dandenong Full time

**Work type**
- Permanent Full Time

**Location**
- Dandenong

**Department**
- Community Strengthening

**Arts and Cultural Development Lead**

**$9**7,411- $106,180 pa (plus Super)**

**Permanent Full-Time**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

**About the role**

The Arts and Cultural Development Lead is a key position within the Creative and Engaged City Department, responsible for fostering a thriving arts sector and enhancing community engagement. The position works closely with local artists, creative industries, and community stakeholders to build strong partnerships and support capacity development.

**About you**

You are a passionate and experienced professional with a strong background in arts and cultural development. Your expertise lies in designing and delivering impactful programs that engage the community, promote inclusivity, and foster creativity. With a collaborative approach, you excel at building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including artists, sector organisations, and local communities.

You bring a strategic mindset and practical skills to manage projects, oversee funding opportunities, and contribute to policy development. As a leader, you are committed to supporting and mentoring your team, creating an environment that encourages innovation and high performance. Your dedication to cultural development and your ability to navigate complex projects make you a vital contributor to the creative and engaged vision of Greater Dandenong.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
- Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children_with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm._

**To Apply**

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You may be required to undertake work preference profiling / psychometric testing.

**Further information**: Natasha Petkovic, 8571 5346

**Applications close**: 5pm Sunday, 5th January 2025



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