Head of Programming Tumu Hōtaka

Be the creative force behind Aotearoa New Zealand's largest annual arts festival

Auckland Arts Festival is on the look-out for a super talented and industry-savvy individual to join the Senior Management team as Tumu Hōtaka Head of Programming.

Kei te kimi mātou o Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki i tētehi tuahangata, tuawahine rānei kia hono mai ki tō mātou tīma hei Tumu Hōtaka. Tirohia ngā taipitopito kōrero, ā, whakapā mai mehemea he pūkenga āu i roto i te ao whānui o nga toi.

Each March, our Festival transforms Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland into a vibrant tapestry of global artistry, celebrating the city’s rich cultural diversity through groundbreaking performances and events

About the Role

As Head of Programming, you’ll work closely with the Festival team to lead the strategic development and the delivery of the annual festival programme.  Aligning with the Artistic Director’s vision and drawing on industry networks, you’ll work with exceptional producers, artists and artistic organisations, locally and internationally to ensure projects are successfully delivered and their time with the Festival is well supported.

About You

You are a dynamic leader with a passion for the arts and a track record of delivering exceptional programming. Your skill set includes experience in managing budgets in the performing arts sector, clear, friendly and detail-oriented in all interactions and can thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment, collaborating seamlessly with diverse teams.

The Head of Programming role is a full-time position, preferably commencing late June to early July 2025.

Links & contact details:

Position Description here

Auckland Arts Festival here

How to apply

Email a CV and covering letter to  hr@aaf.co.nz by 5pm, Wednesday 4 June 2025.

Please note, we will begin interviewing candidates before the closing date for this role and encourage early expressions of interest.  Only applicants with the right to work in NZ may apply.