About the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum (AM) operates within the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet, is the first museum in Australia and was founded in 1827. The AM provides access, engagement and scientific research to increase our understanding of natural history and culture, particularly of the Australasian region. The AM holds more than 21 million objects of biological, geological and cultural collections and develops programs, exhibitions and school and community education initiatives onsite, online and offsite.
The new AM mission is: To ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change.
The new AM vision is: To be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.
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The AM supports a diverse workforce and promotes applications from people who are First Nation Australians. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, the Australian Museum will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standards.
About the role
Develop and coordinate the delivery of AM’s Children’s and Family programs for a broad range of young audiences, leveraging knowledge of best practice public programming and pedagogy practices, audience development in alignment with AM’s Corporate Strategic Plan and AM’s collection.
Coordinate and deliver AM’s signature children’s and families event Dinosaur Festival, Dinosnore Sleepovers, School Holiday programs and Early Bird Access Mornings. Create broad and engaging initiatives and collaborative opportunities. Maintain existing audiences and develop new audiences that promote the collection that embeds AM seamlessly within NSW’s arts and cultural landscape.
Essential Requirements
As a successful candidate, you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in education, science communication, event management, or the arts and cultural sector.
- Availability to work on weekends, public holidays and school holidays when required.
- A valid NSW Working with Children check.
Knowledge and experience
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate
- Demonstrate 5 years’ experience in producing events for children and families delivering a diverse range of public programs and initiatives
- Comprehensive knowledge of the science, arts and cultural sectors
- Experience with event coordination and project management with the ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders.
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