In this 3 year, fixed-term contract position (5 day working week), you will be responsible for managing the exhibition program, including the design, installation and maintenance for internal and travelling exhibitions as well as the overall planning, budget, strategic, operational and WH&S compliance responsibilities for the Department.
The position manages employees in the exhibition, graphic design and conservation teams, along with volunteers and contractors. You will work closely with other areas within QVMAG to ensure the quality and ongoing success of the exhibition program.
We are looking for relevant tertiary qualification; or significant work experience in an appropriate discipline and/or exceptional experience in Museum and Art Gallery management; experience in managing and developing people and ability to manage diverse work streams; demonstrated knowledge in the role of design (exhibition design) and interpretation in the cultural sector and in turn demonstrated experience in its application within an exhibition setting. Significant experience and ability in exhibition management, design and development, which may be supplemented with an appropriate tertiary qualification; project management skills and experience; demonstrated ability to work in a strongly collaborative manner with a wide variety of other professionals either individually or as a team member; strong communication skills, both written and oral with the ability to respond professionally and sensitively to members of the public; strong computer skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and use of corporate software applications (such as electronic planning, document storage and retrieval); a current driver’s licence, which must be retained; and Working with Vulnerable People registration is required.
If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please go to the employment page of our website at www.launceston.tas.gov.au and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.
To apply, please address your application to Human Resources clearly stating the position number and send to [email protected]
