Creative Director, Melbourne Public Humanities Initiative

**Creative Director, Melbourne Public Humanities Initiative**:
**Position Number**: 0058353
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years
**Faculty**:Faculty of Arts
**Salary**:UOM 9 - $139,693 - $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Work alongside some of Australia’s most distinguished Humanities scholars and cultural partners, and shape a pioneering initiative that redefines the role of the Humanities in addressing contemporary societal challenges.**:

- **Engage diverse audiences and create meaningful connections within and beyond academia.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**

With a track-record of leading the development and activation of impactful public programs, you will collaborate with academics, professional staff, partners, and philanthropists to create innovative programs that elevate the Humanities and engage a wide range of audiences, including those not traditionally reached by Humanities-related events.

As the Creative Director, you will play a key role in fostering collaboration and alignment with partner institutions, which have previously included the State Library Victoria, National Gallery of Victoria, and Melbourne Writers’ Festival, Brotherhood of St Laurence and Being Human Festival (UK).

This three-year role offers an exciting opportunity to bring your vision and leadership to a pioneering initiative at one of the world’s leading universities.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Shaping and advancing the vision for the Melbourne Public Humanities Initiative by developing innovative and inclusive public programming in collaboration with academics and Faculty leadership.
- Cultivating and managing partnerships with local, national, and international institutions, philanthropic supporters, and diverse audiences to enhance the reach and impact of Humanities-based initiatives.
- Leading and advising on existing public programmes and educational offerings, while identifying opportunities for new interdisciplinary projects that elevate public awareness of the Humanities.
- Overseeing and aligning operational plans, budgets, and strategic initiatives to ensure the effective delivery of programming and the long-term sustainability of the Initiative.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You are an imaginative and dynamic leader with a passion for engaging diverse audiences and creating meaningful connections through the Humanities. Your ability to inspire and collaborate will enable you to work seamlessly across academic, cultural, and community settings, fostering mutual understanding and shared purpose.

With exceptional interpersonal skills, you will navigate complex challenges with diplomacy, sensitivity, and sound judgement. Your vision, adaptability, and enthusiasm for innovation will empower you to craft compelling narratives and programmes that resonate with a wide range of stakeholders, ensuring the Humanities remain vital and relevant in addressing today’s pressing societal questions.

You also have:

- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or significant experience in designing and delivering innovative public programmes within university, arts, or public contexts.
- Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with cultural producers, practitioners, and academics to create impactful and inclusive programming.
- Proven ability to engage diverse audiences and communities, showcasing a deep understanding of the value and relevance of the Humanities in public discourse and higher education.
- Strong financial and operational acumen, including experience in managing budgets, developing strategic plans, and implementing initiatives to achieve organisational goals.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.**

**Your New Team - The Faculty of Arts**
The Faculty of Arts is a leading academic community dedicated to exploring and understanding the complexities of our ever-changing world. Our five schools, including the Asia Institute, School of Culture and Communication, School of Historical and Philosophical Studies, School of Languages and Linguistics, and School of Social and Political Sciences, house renowned researchers and intellectually engaged students. We embrace diversity and inclusion, actively welcoming and valuing the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds to achieve our vision.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits pag