We currently have an exciting traineeship position available for someone wanting to launch a long-term career in Arts Administration.
About ArtsReady:
ArtsReady is a national, not-for-profit Employment and Education company. We deliver support, training and education through traineeships in the arts and creative industries, resulting in quality employment opportunities for young Australians.
About the Opportunity:
We currently have an exciting traineeship position available for someone wanting to launch a long-term career in Arts Administration. The trainee will work part-time (15 hours per week) for our Host Employer, Museums Australia, in the national office which is based at the National Museum of Australia, Canberra.
In this position, you will be legally employed by ArtsReady and undertake a traineeship with an accredited Certificate III Business qualification. The successful trainee will receive paid on the job training and fully funded education.
About Museums Australia:
Established in 1993, Museums Australia is an advocate for museums and galleries, their collections and the people who work in them. The association is a national membership body working through a network of state and territory branches, networks of interest groups, the national office and an elected Council.
Museums Australia is the national organisation for the museums sector, committed to the conservation, continuation and communication of Australia’s heritage.
As a non-government, not-for-profit body, Museums Australia promotes museum sector development, articulates ethical standards, facilitates training, advances knowledge, addresses issues, advocates on behalf of the sector and raises public awareness through its national and international networks.
Duties/ Responsibilities of Trainee at Museums Australia:
Museums Australia will be hosting an ArtsReady trainee who will work and learn in the role of an Administration Officer. The Administration Officer will provide administrative support through the performance of established general administrative tasks under the direction and supervision of the MA National Office Manager.
The successful applicant will be an energetic and enthusiastic all-rounder who is looking to learn many administration skills. The Administration Officer has an important role both internally within Museums Australia and externally to facilitate the organisation’s work.
Responsibilities:
- General reception and phone duties
- Some general office duties (preparing mail, booking travel, filing etc.)
- Process both online and manual membership renewals and applications for diverse membership structures
- Maintaining National Office filing and archiving as needed to ensure timely data storage and retrieval
- Some financial administration, purchasing/procurement assistance
- Generate invoices for membership renewals or new members where required
- Basic data entry
- Scanning, printing, binding, photocopying, faxing
- Assisting in the preparation of meetings
- Maintaining office supplies and equipment
- Some event management
- Workplace Health and Safety compliance
Competencies Required:
- Work within organisational policies, procedures and values
- Be innovative and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude
- Manage resources efficiently and using tools provided
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive, energetic and well presented
- Capacity to locate and research information
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and keep to deadlines
- Ability to work independently but also as part of a small team
- Ability to prioritise work tasks
- Must be an Australian Citizen
Competencies desired:
- Experience in small office administration
- An interest in the museum and gallery sector and desire to learn about the industry
- As this is a traineeship position, unfortunately applicants with tertiary qualifications will not be considered.
ArtsReady Culture & Benefits
ArtsReady is dedicated to ensuring that you succeed in your career. We have highly skilled mentors who will support you throughout your traineeship and make your transition into the workforce as easy as possible. You will be offered a competitive wage in line with the National Training Wage Award + 9.5% superannuation and the following benefits:
Fully funded education
- Certificate III Business qualification (on successful completion)
- ArtsReady social and networking events.
- A dedicated field officer to assist with your transition to a professional work environment
For more information on this position or any other opportunities at ArtsReady, please contact:
Frances Corkhill
Program Manager, ArtsReady – NSW/ACT
T: 0408 186 142
E: [email protected]
To apply please forward a covering letter with your CV and a tailored cover letter to Frances Corkhill:
[email protected]
