The Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences sits at the intersection of the arts, design, science and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. Established in 1879, the museum includes the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney Observatory and the Museums Discovery Centre. The Museum is custodian to over half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia.
The Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta is one of the largest cultural infrastructure projects currently being undertaken in Australia. The project will transform and renew one of Australia’s oldest and most important cultural institutions and carry forward its legacy to reflect the changing needs of the contemporary communities of NSW.
In this role you are responsible for the coordination of exhibition and project teams to produce high quality projects and exhibitions within given parameters, schedules and budget plus producing and developing project documentation, contracts and briefs. The position is central to communication and problem solving within the exhibition and project teams as well as recommending improvements in procedures, policies and processes. The Exhibition Project Coordinator works closely with peers in the Production Team including graphic designers, artists and contractors.
To be successful in this role you will need to possess the following skills, experience and attributes:
- Demonstrated project management experience
- High level oral and written communication
- Highly developed organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrated track record of delivering results
- Previous experience in a museum or gallery will be highly regarded
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