Position Number: 0058353
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Salary: UOM 9 – $139,693 – $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super
- Work alongside some of Australia’s most distinguished Humanities scholars and cultural partners, and shape a pioneering initiative that redefines the role of the Humanities in addressing contemporary societal challenges.
- Engage diverse audiences and create meaningful connections within and beyond academia.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne invites applications for the role of Creative Director, a unique opportunity to lead and shape Australia’s first dedicated public humanities initiative.
With a track-record of leading the development and activation of impactful public programs, you will collaborate with academics, professional staff, partners, and philanthropists to create innovative programs that elevate the Humanities and engage a wide range of audiences, including those not traditionally reached by Humanities-related events.
As the Creative Director, you will play a key role in fostering collaboration and alignment with partner institutions, which have previously included the State Library Victoria, National Gallery of Victoria, and Melbourne Writers’ Festival, Brotherhood of St Laurence and Being Human Festival (UK).
This three-year role offers an exciting opportunity to bring your vision and leadership to a pioneering initiative at one of the world’s leading universities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Shaping and advancing the vision for the Melbourne Public Humanities Initiative by developing innovative and inclusive public programming in collaboration with academics and Faculty leadership.
- Cultivating and managing partnerships with local, national, and international institutions, philanthropic supporters, and diverse audiences to enhance the reach and impact of Humanities-based initiatives.
- Leading and advising on existing public programmes and educational offerings, while identifying opportunities for new interdisciplinary projects that elevate public awareness of the Humanities.
- Overseeing and aligning operational plans, budgets, and strategic initiatives to ensure the effective delivery of programming and the long-term sustainability of the Initiative.
Who We Are Looking For
You are an imaginative and dynamic leader with a passion for engaging diverse audiences and creating meaningful connections through the Humanities. Your ability to inspire and collaborate will enable you to work seamlessly across academic, cultural, and community settings, fostering mutual understanding and shared purpose.
With exceptional interpersonal skills, you will navigate complex challenges with diplomacy, sensitivity, and sound judgement. Your vision, adaptability, and enthusiasm for innovation will empower you to craft compelling narratives and programmes that resonate with a wide range of stakeholders, ensuring the Humanities remain vital and relevant in addressing today’s pressing societal questions.
You also have:
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or significant experience in designing and delivering innovative public programmes within university, arts, or public contexts.
- Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with cultural producers, practitioners, and academics to create impactful and inclusive programming.
- Proven ability to engage diverse audiences and communities, showcasing a deep understanding of the value and relevance of the Humanities in public discourse and higher education.
- Strong financial and operational acumen, including experience in managing budgets, developing strategic plans, and implementing initiatives to achieve organisational goals.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – The Faculty of Arts
The Faculty of Arts is a leading academic community dedicated to exploring and understanding the complexities of our ever-changing world. Our five schools, including the Asia Institute, School of Culture and Communication, School of Historical and Philosophical Studies, School of Languages and Linguistics, and School of Social and Political Sciences, house renowned researchers and intellectually engaged students. We embrace diversity and inclusion, actively welcoming and valuing the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds to achieve our vision.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ana Gencic via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: WEDNESDAY 29 JANUARY 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)
Position Description: 0058353_Creative Director MPHI_PD.pdf
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