Job type: Full time / 5 Year Fixed-term Contract
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Arts and Sports
Reference: VG/MV/0373
We are seeking an innovative and dynamic leader to join our Executive Leadership Team at Museums Victoria. This pivotal role is at the heart of our mission to create world-leading audience experiences across all platforms.If you are a visionary leader with a passion for exhibitions, creativity, and audience engagement, we want to hear from you!
Join Museums Victoria: Director, Exhibitions & Experiences
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Position Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (5 years)
Salary Range: TRP $279,239 - $401,017
Position Number: MV/0373
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer & Director
We are seeking an innovative and dynamic leader to join our Executive Leadership Team at Museums Victoria. This pivotal role is at the heart of our mission to create world-leading audience experiences across all platforms.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for exhibitions, creativity, and audience engagement, we want to hear from you!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership: Drive the vision and strategy for onsite and digital audience experiences at Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks, and Immigration Museum.
Creative Direction: Develop and implement a long-term exhibitions program, ensuring innovative and engaging content across all museum experiences.
Revenue Growth: Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance philanthropic, corporate, and commercial partnerships.
Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate strong relationships with partners, community organisations, and government bodies, fostering collaboration and advocacy.
Team Leadership: Inspire and lead a high-performing team, promoting a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
ABOUT YOU
Proven Leadership: Demonstrated experience in executive and creative leadership within major cultural institutions, with a strong track record in exhibition development and/or museum management.
Expertise in Museology: Deep understanding of contemporary museums, exhibition design, digital innovation, and audience engagement practices, both nationally and internationally.
Visionary and Strategic: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with our organisational goals and drive impactful audience experiences.
Relationship Builder: Exceptional skills in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community groups.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Extensive executive and creative leadership experience in a major cultural or similar organization.
Proven success in developing and delivering large-scale exhibitions and long-term exhibition programs.
Superior knowledge of contemporary museology trends, exhibition development, digital innovation, and curatorial principles.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Please refer to the position description for a full summary of the Key Selection Criteria .
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your vision for the role and your relevant experience. Successful candidates will need to undergo a National Police Records Check, and Working with Children Check.
Applications Close: Friday 12 July 2024
Contact: Please contact Sean Royal, Chief Operating Officer, on +61 434 607 482 or via email at ****** to discuss this opportunity
Join us at Museums Victoria and make your mark in transforming the museum experience for audiences around the world!
Sean Royal (Chief Operating Officer) | +61 434 607 482 or ******
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