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Work type: Full time ongoing
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Categories: Development
Government Partnerships Specialist Exciting opportunity to work in our Development teamFull-time ongoing roleAbout this role: As a representative of Arts Centre Melbourne, the Government Partnerships Specialist will be responsible for researching to identify and secure potential government investment opportunities that support our organisation's mission and programs. You'll be adept at cultivating and managing strong relationships with government agencies and key external stakeholders, as well as working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure a cohesive approach to proposals, reports and government investment management.
Full time ongoing role. Salary band 4.2 $105,682.00 p.a. plus superannuation. Your Skills and Experience (Key Criteria) To be successful, you will have:
Demonstrated track record in securing government investment in the arts and creative industries, or in an allied sectorFamiliarity with the government landscape and funding opportunities in AustraliaTertiary qualification in Business Administration, Arts Management, Public Administration, or related fieldIndustry knowledge – industry expertise with direct involvement in the delivery of arts projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of the artistic processes and challenges essential for effective grant acquisitionRepresentation and external stakeholder engagement – ability to represent Arts Centre Melbourne and build strong and trusted relationships with influential government and industry stakeholdersStrategic communication – confident and experienced interpersonal and written communicator, with the ability to shape key messages for organisational priorities and fundingResearch and Analysis – Strong research and analytical skills. High level of organizational skills and attention to detail, and the ability to work to deadlinesCollaboration – team player with demonstrated experience working across multi-disciplinary teams and cross organisational functions to achieve resultsThe Arts Centre Melbourne program is made possible by a combination of state, federal and local government funding, self-generated income, philanthropy and corporate partnerships. The Development Team is responsible for cultivating strong relationships that lead to financial investment and support the organisation's wide-ranging cultural, education, access, commissioning, wellbeing, and collection programs.
The desire is to grow philanthropic, partnership and government contributions to further extend this reach and impact.
Corporate partnerships: Arts Centre Melbourne has a reputation as an innovative and trusted partner. Our partners align with our values and help amplify our impact through collaborative initiatives and goals, bringing valuable experience, expertise and networks that help expand our reach.
Government support: Support from all levels of government nationally and internationally ensure that Arts Centre Melbourne can deliver on its cultural and educational mission and ensure that community needs are met by fostering access to the arts, and enabling initiatives that focus on diversity, social equity and inclusion of all Victorians.
Philanthropy: Arts Centre Melbourne has a strong legacy of philanthropy. Two of our most significant programs were funded by and named after their benefactors – The Betty Amsden Participation Program and The Kenneth Myer Asian Theatre Series (now Asia TOPA).
The current philanthropic program covers the following areas:
Major Giving (Arts Angels, Bequests, President's Club and Capital Campaign)Fundraising Campaigns and MembershipTrusts and Foundations and Private Ancillary FundsAll philanthropic money raised is directed to the following areas:
Access and inclusion – breaking down barriers to the performing arts across diversity, distance, disability, and disadvantage.Education and creative learning – inspiring and training the next generation of creatives and industry workers.Commissions – supporting new works, bold ideas, and extraordinary talent.Collections – preserving Australia's cultural heritage and telling our stories.Philanthropic giving is also a key part of realising the ambitions of Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the broader Melbourne Arts Precinct redevelopment. A successful philanthropic Capital Campaign (Imagine Anew) will be critical to raising vital funding to make this vision a reality.
Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.
Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.
Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.
We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government's commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.
Enjoy Team Member Benefits As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy complimentary ticket opportunities, discounts at food & beverage outlets, discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking, access to wellbeing activities and learning and development programs, and free access to Employee Assistance Programs which includes specific support to our First Nations team members via their I-CARE program and providing specific counsellors for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and People of Colour.
Apply Now! Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to ******.
Please submit your resume together with a cover letter addressing the key criteria by 11:55pm Sunday 19th January 2025. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.
Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check. Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Advertised: 06 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 19 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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