Manager First Nations Investment Programs

4 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Creative Australia Full time

This is an identified position for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997.

Creative Australia

Creative Australia is the Australian Government's principal arts investment and advisory body. With artists at the heart of what we do, we invest in creative talent and stimulate the market for Australian stories to be told on a national and international scale, sharing our rich culture with the world. We do this because art and creativity define us, recording what we have been and what we might yet become. As a nation, creativity connects us and benefits us all.

Our Purpose

We champion and invest in arts and creativity for a dynamic, creative Australia.

First Nations First is pillar one of the Australian Government’s National Cultural Policy, Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place. Under Revive we will establish a dedicated First Nations-led Board to:

  • invest in, create and produce, First Nations works of scale, with priorities and funding decisions determined by First Nations leaders,
  • develop a First Nations Creative Workforce Development Strategy, and
  • promote best practice cultural protocols, self-determination and cultural safety training across arts and cultural organisations.

First Nations creativity is central to Australian arts and culture, supported by self-determined decision-making.

Workplace culture

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the third consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our people are passionate and dedicated to the delivery of our strategy Creativity Connects Us. We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.

Your role

You will harness your cultural expertise, professional networks, and program management skills to manage the procurement, development and delivery of investment programs aligned to First Nations strategic priorities. Your deep understanding of First Nations culture and sensitivity to the cultural needs of Indigenous communities will be invaluable as you collaborate with key stakeholders, artists, and community leaders to bring these programs to life.

Program Management

Manage the development and delivery of key programs that align with First Nations strategic priorities

Expert Advice

Collaborate with our artform experts and provide subject matter expertise to support and improve programs and processes

Present and Report

Prepare engaging briefing, reports and presentations for a range of stakeholders to showcase the development and progress of investment programs

Secretariat Management

Manage the secretariat function for the First Nations Board meetings, facilitating informed decision making

Program Innovation

Scope, plan and refine programs, exploring opportunities to maximise impact

Contract and Budget Management

Manage relevant program contracts and budgets, ensuring everything stays on track and is captured through well-prepared program documentations

Outcome Evaluation

Work with the evaluation team to measure, analyse, and report on program outcomes demonstrating the tangible impact of our initiatives

What this means for you

  • Full time, permanent opportunity
  • Salary of $110,812 per annum + 11.5% superannuation
  • Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
  • Ceremonial, NAIDOC and cultural leave
  • Wellbeing programs and corporate discounts
  • Holistic employee assistance program for employees, their families, and kin
  • Office location: Sydney (we offer a hybrid arrangement that blends the flexibility of working from home for 2 days with the vibrant office culture of our Sydney location)

What's next

This position has been identified as a genuine occupational qualification under the Anti-discrimination Act 1997, making it exclusively available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This is your chance to bring your unique perspective and expertise to a dynamic team, making meaningful impact on programs that matter.

To apply and for further details about the job requirements, please see the full position description at Careers - Creative Australia. If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, contact Franchesca Cubillo, Executive Director First Nations Arts and Culture at franchesca.cubillo@creative.gov.au and Human Resources at hrteam@creative.gov.au

Applications close on 3 November 2024 at 11:00 pm

This is not an Australian Public Service position.



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