Art Centre Manager

Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre in Ali Curung, NT are seeking a visionary Art Centre Manager to lead a passionate team and bring bold ideas to life.

ABOUT THE ART CENTRE

Arlpwe Art and Culture Centre is a 100% community owned organisation operating in Ali Curung, within the Barkly Region. The art centre supports and promotes art and culture of the Ali Curung community, namely the four traditional language groups that have lived there since the 1950s; Kaytetye, Alyawarr, Warlpiri and Warumungu. Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre sits on Kaytetye Country in Ali Curung, an Aboriginal community about 400km north of Alice Springs. The Art Centre opened in 2008, and the name ‘Arlpwe’ (pronounced Ahl-boa) was chosen for the Art Centre by the Traditional Owners. Arlpwe Art and Culture has an extensive calendar of events, including attending major art fairs and exhibitions, as well as producing the annual Artali Dance Festival. Our artists are held in both private and public collections. Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre is a member of the Indigenous Art Code.

THE ROLE

• Full-time – standard ordinary hours are 7.5 hours a day based on 37.5 hours per week. However, there is the requirement to work for some out of hours work. Details will be discussed with you at the interview.
• Lead the development and delivery of innovative art and culture programs that inspire and engage diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with artists, community groups, and stakeholders to create meaningful cultural events and initiatives.
• Champion inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to participate and thrive.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to deliver high-quality projects on time and within scope.
• Foster partnerships and build relationships that strengthen Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre.

SALARY & ENTITLEMENTS

Salary $90,000-$100,000 per annum + leave loading, superannuation

6 weeks annual leave, generous subsidised accommodation, re-location costs.

12 month, renewable contract.

Immediate start.

TO APPLY

Head to: https://desart.com.au/job-opportunity/art-centre-manager-arlpwe-art-culture-centre-3/

Desart is the not-for-profit peak industry body for 39 Central Australian Aboriginal Art & Craft Centres. The Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre’s Board of Directors has engaged Desart to assist them in the recruitment of their new Art Centre Manager. An information package along with the position description can be obtained from the Desart website www.desart.com.au or by email at [email protected].

Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse, inclusive workplace culture. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.