Indigenous Arts Officer

Indigenous Arts Officer

• Permanent
• Part-time (0.5 EFT)
• Band 6 salary range $82,448 - $89,871 pro rata + 9.5 per cent Superannuation
• St Kilda location

About the Role

The City of Port Phillip’s Art and Soul: Creative and Prosperous City Strategy 2018 - 2022 is designed to build a prosperous city that connects and grows business as well as bringing arts, culture and creative expression to everyday life. The development of an Indigenous Arts Plan is an integral part of Council’s commitment to Indigenous art, cultural celebration and participation.

This role will suit an experienced and culturally engaged individual with knowledge of Koori, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and culture. Vital to success in this position will be your ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people and organisations, inspire engagement, and demonstrated experience in the arts industry. 

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, and a passion for Indigenous arts and cultural practice within a local setting. 

What we offer in return

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll also have access to other great benefits:

• We are a modern employer that offers a workplace which accommodates your working style and needs.
• You will be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is customer focused, with a strong desire for change and raising the bench mark.
• We offer training and development opportunities, flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, an active social club, and a health and wellbeing program.

How to Apply

Please click the below link to view a copy of the position description. Applications must address the key selection criteria. Further information can be obtained by contacting Sandra Khazam on 9209 6496 or email: Sandra.khazam@portphillip.vic.gov.au

A successful application is subject to a satisfactory police record and Working with Children Check.

Applications close midnight Sunday 11 August 2019.

The City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation, so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.