RISING
SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT AND ADVISOR
Join us in making a major festival event for Melbourne—become our Senior Executive Assistant and Advisor
THE ROLE
The Senior Executive Assistant & Advisor provides high-level executive support to the Artistic Director & CEO while also contributing to the organisation’s strategic relationship management by supporting the Director External Relations. This role goes beyond traditional administrative duties, acting as a key liaison between the Executive Office and a broad network of government and cultural stakeholders.
The role ensures the smooth running of the Executive Office, supports the planning and execution of engagement strategies, and coordinates board sector engagement administration.
See the Position Description more info on the Senior Executive Assistant & Advisor role.
ABOUT RISING
Taking place at the beginning of winter, RISING is a of festival new art, music and performance in the heart of Naarm (Melbourne, Australia).
For more details of current and past programs view our website here.
We are nestled right on Lonsdale Street, in the heart of the CBD. Our culture is a key part of what makes working here special. Whether it’s doing a crossword around the lunch table, experiencing Melbourne’s arts and culture from within, or simply the everyday interactions, you’ll feel part of something vibrant.
Benefits of working at RISING
- RISING offers flexible working arrangements and hybrid office/work from home
- A 9-day fortnight in off-peak periods—enjoy a long weekend every second week, giving you more time to rest, recharge, or pursue personal passions while maintaining full-time benefits.
- Leave and wellbeing policies that support you—including five weeks of annual leave (pro rata), dedicated wellbeing leave, and other forms of paid leave. You’ll also have the option to transfer Australian public holidays that don’t align with your cultural, religious, or personal values to another day.
- Bring your pet to work! We are a pet-friendly workspace and run a roster so there’s always a furry friend nearby
- Complimentary tickets to RISING events
- Opportunities to attend exclusive events and experiences within the arts industry
- Access to a network of creatives and professionals that will allow you to learn and grow in your career
- Free access to Uprise, our Employee Assistance Program, which includes coaching and counselling sessions.
HOW TO APPLY
- Submit your application and see the full position description at our website: https://rising.melbourne/about/jobs
- The closing date for applications is 5pm Friday 12 September 2025. Please note: Close date is subject to change, as RISING is keen to interview early and may fill the position if we find the right candidate. We recommend submitting ASAP
- Please include your resume and 1-page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in your application
- If you have access requirements that will cause difficulty applying online and you need assistance, please call 03 9662 4242, Monday to Friday, between 9AM–5PM. We are only able to respond to accessibility enquiries at this number, for all other queries please email jobs@rising.melbourne
RISING is a festival aspiring to be a cultural leader in inclusion and accessibility. We want our organisation and program to be a true reflection of our city, representing people with a variety of skillsets and life experiences, cultures and backgrounds. We encourage applications from First Nations people, those who are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who are LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent people, people who have a disability and/or who are d/Deaf
