First Nations Arts Leadership Coordinator

The National Gallery holds the world's largest and most significant collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art – numbering over 8000 works – and produces a range of important curatorial and learning programs to support the collection and display of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.

Recognising the primacy of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture within the Australian cultural landscape the National Gallery has partnered with Wesfarmers Arts to elevate opportunities for First Nations professionals within the Australian arts and cultural sectors to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities are central to the future direction and development of the sector.

The First Nations Arts Leadership Coordinator works as part of a team in the production and delivery of the Dhiraamalang: Wesfarmers First Nations Arts Leadership Program (Dhiraamalang Program) and Fellowship Programs (including the Wayanha: First Nations Advanced Leadership Program and the Nguluway Dhuluyarra Fellowship) and other associated arts leadership and professional development opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at the National Gallery. The Dhiraamalang: Wesfarmers First Nations Arts Leadership and Fellowship Programs have been established to increase First Nations participation, employment, and leadership within the visual arts. The program supports First Nations arts professionals to deepen their understanding of the sector and build their network of professional and cultural support.

In this role you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of First Nations and non-Indigenous colleagues from across the National Gallery, and throughout the sector, to identify, develop, implement and deliver professional development opportunities for First Nations arts and cultural sector professionals. Your work in this space will help to drive First Nations leadership within the arts and cultural sector.

To be successful in this role you must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and a working knowledge of issues relevant to First Nations culture within the visual arts sector. You will also be a skilled administrator, who is highly organised and committed to the delivery of projects and programs as per deadlines.

Travel, after hours and weekend work will be required on an ad hoc basis.

The position will be filled using the Affirmative Measure provision, which allows for the targeted recruitment of Indigenous Australians into the Australian Public Service. The vacancy is only open to First Nations people.

The filling of this employment opportunity is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.

The key duties of the position include:

In accordance with the APS 6 work level standards, you will:

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of programs for the Dhiraamalang: Wesfarmers First Nations Arts Leadership and Fellowship Programs. This includes strategic development, administration, promotion, delivery, feedback and reporting.
• Mentor and support the successful candidates undertaking the Dhiraamalang: Wesfarmers First Nations Arts Leadership and Fellowship Programs.
• Work under limited supervision to project manage and work collaboratively as a member of project teams to devise and implement programs that support growth in arts sector leadership for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts professionals.
• Work closely with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff across curatorial and programs, and other relevant Gallery staff, to research, develop and implement the Dhiraamalang: Wesfarmers First Nations Arts Leadership and Fellowship Programs' Alumni Program.
• Work with the Gallery's Sponsorship & Development teams to develop proposals for further support and assist in the administration of the Wesfarmers First Nations Art Partnership.
• Work collaboratively with staff from across the National Gallery to manage projects delivered through the Wesfarmers First Nations Art Partnership.
• Work closely with the Head First Nations Art to ensure organisational and cultural imperatives arebeing met.
• Mentor and support junior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff within the Gallery to ensure cultural imperatives and cultural safety are supported.
• As required, assist with other associated First Nations initiatives at the Gallery.

Eligibility

Citizenship – To be eligible for employment with the Gallery, you must be an Australian citizen.

Police Check – to be eligible for this role you must complete a police check.

Working With Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) – to be eligible for this role you must hold, or have the ability to obtain a current WWVP card.

Affirmative Measures - This role constitutes an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination ACT 1975 and is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Qualifications, Certifications and Registrations

Role specific mandatory qualifications certification and/or registrations include:

• Relevant qualifications in Visual Arts, Education or Museum Studies or equivalent professional experience would be desirable.
• Mental health awareness training (or ability to obtain) would be desirable.

Notes

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role please go to the National Gallery's Careers portal.

You should provide a tailored CV (maximum of three pages) along with a statement of no more than two pages that outlines your skills, capabilities and experience, against the information above.

In your statement response you should keep in mind the capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role, as identified in the information above.  Try not to duplicate information that can be found in your CV but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. If you do not wish to be added to an order of merit, please notify us in your application.

Getting to know the National Gallery of Australia

The National Gallery is one of Australia's leading visual arts institutions. The National Gallery is based in Canberra and is a vital part of the Australian cultural landscape. Our Purpose is to collect, preserve, promote and share the national collection of art. The Vision of the National Gallery is to be the international reference point for art in Australia, inspiring all people to explore, experience and learn. Our Values include Boldness, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.