About the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum (AM) operates within the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet.? The AM 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 AM’s vision is to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the earth, and culture in Australia and the Pacific.
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About the role
The Creative Producer of Science, Engagement and Events will develop and coordinate the delivery of AM’s science events for a broad range of audiences, leveraging knowledge of best practice public programming and pedagogy practices, audience development in alignment with AM’s audience engagement strategy and AMs’ collection.
You will coordinate and deliver AM’S signature event Sydney Science Trail whilst maintaining existing audiences and developing new audiences. You will create broad and engaging initiatives and collaborative opportunities covering a large variety of sciences as well as promoting the collection that embeds AM seamlessly within NSW’s science and cultural landscape.
Essential Requirements
As the successful candidate you must hold:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in education, science communication, event management, or the arts and cultural sector.
- Provide a valid NSW Working with Children Check
Knowledge and experience
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate:
- Demonstrated 5 years’ experience producing education-based events including curating and delivering a diverse range of public programs and initiatives.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the science, science communication, and cultural sectors
- Demonstrated experience in event management and project management with an ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Adequate knowledge and experience to deliver the Key Accountabilities and perform to the Focus Capabilities outlined in the Role Description.
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