DIRECTORATE:
Business, Growth & Community
CLASSIFICATION:
Grade H
SALARY:
$101,528 to $117,773 pa + 12% employer contribution to superannuation
REPORTING TO:
Director MAMA
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent Full Time
THE POSITION:
The Head of Curatorial and Collections leads the curatorial and collections team in the development and delivery of a varied and innovative artistic program, strategic development and care of the Museum’s collection, and contributes to the operations and growth of the Museum as a member of the Senior Management Team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leading the Curatorial team, develop and deliver all aspects of a program of varied and innovative exhibitions and artistic projects both onsite and offsite, aiding the development of the museum’s programming goals.
Oversee all aspects of the MAMA exhibitions and related program areas.
In collaboration with the MAMA CEO and leading the Curatorial team, lead the strategic development of the MAMA collection, including all considerations of collection care to museum best practice standards.
Contribute to a renewed strategic direction for MAMA that aligns with Council's broader objectives and long-term sustainability goals.
Proactive identification of funding opportunities, partnerships, revenue initiatives, and innovative approaches to program delivery.
Leading and supporting change initiatives that strengthen MAMA's relevance, impact, and resilience into the future.
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including with donors, benefactors, and funding bodies, seeking to generate revenue for the museum.
Maintain an up to date and holistic understanding of the museum’s objectives through a proactive engagement with museum activities and programs.
Ensure integration and communication of artistic programming goals within the museum.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal
External
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
DESIREABLE CRITERIA:
EXPERIENCE
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Our Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.
Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities.
Our Values: These are the ways we work, with each other, with our community, and with our partners. They guide our day-to-day decisions, our culture and our direction. This is how we work together to make it happen.
Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.
It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.
Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In 2025 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.
This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.
Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.
Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.
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