The Western Australian Museum’s vision is to be an excellent and vibrant Museum, valued and used by all Western Australians and admired and visited by the world.
With the New Museum opening at the end of 2020 we are looking for a candidate that has a proven track record of success as a creative producer or manager overseeing and delivering engaging public and education programs in a cultural institution or festival context.
This candidate will have knowledge of the cultural and/or education sector and will be passionate about innovative programming including a strong background in developing accessible programs that support digital literacy and embed creative technology.
You will possess strong management skills, leading with a clear sense of energy dynamism and purpose.
Conditions
This is a full-time, permanent vacancy available for immediate filling. There will also be a Pool running for a period of 12 months from the initial appointment. Applicants deemed suitable will be placed into a pool where appointments may be considered for similar vacancies for full-time, part-time, fixed term or permanency.
A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate and/or a Working With Children Clearance will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department’s Police Record Screening Policy.
Location
This position is located in Perth CBD, ideally located within easy walking distance of the bustling café, cultural, tourist and shopping districts.
Job Description
The Manager, Learning and Engagement’s primary role is to enhance the Museum’s profile through the development, implementation and evaluation of high-quality programs, experiences and resources that are relevant to the collection at the Western Australian Museum in the Perth Museum.
Specific responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
- Work with the Manager to develop community links which benefit public and schools program development and raise the profile of the museum within the region.
- Contribute to the development of operational plan, including for future exhibitions and audience engagement programs.
- Train Visitor Services Officers and other museum staff and volunteers as required in the areas of content and program delivery.
The WA Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse working environment and providing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and young people. The Museum values the importance of a work environment which is representative of the wider community and which supports a variety of perspectives.
For more information or to apply visit: JobsWA.
