Vitocco Program Curator, Powerhouse – MAAS

Vacancy Details
Closing Date
05/03/2026 11:59 pm
Institution
Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
Salary
$142,492. Package includes base salary ($113,574 – $125,719), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Employment status
Temporary, Full-time up to 3 years
Location
Sydney Region
Contact name
Xinyi Lim
Contact email

Powerhouse

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dynamic Program Curator who will lead the Vitocco Legacy Project and play an integral role in the development and delivery of Powerhouse Food programs. The successful candidate will be a skilled researcher and creative storyteller who will connect with Southwestern Sydney communities through innovative programs and collected histories. With demonstrated curatorial expertise, critical writing ability and strong project management skills, you will be confident working independently to deliver projects from concept to completion.   This role offers an opportunity to shape meaningful narratives, strengthen community connections and contribute to the transformative vision for one of Australia’s most significant cultural institutions.

About Powerhouse

Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are undertaking a landmark $1.3 billion infrastructure renewal program, led by the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the heritage revitalisation of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.