The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne
Job no: 0052278
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Parkville
Division/Faculty: Vice-Chancellor's Office
Department/School: Strategy and Culture
Salary: $93,935 – $101,684 (UOM 7)
Role & Superannuation rate: Professional – Full time – 17% super
About Museums and Collections
A new Museums and Collections Department has been established to ensure coordination and alignment with University objectives. The Department is responsible for Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, Ian Potter Museum of Art, Old Quadrangle Treasury, and the Grainger Museum.
The aim of the Department is to build a collaborative and flexible network around the University’s cultural assets so students, staff members local and global communities gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary and traditional cultures, scientific discovery and creative practice.
About the role
As the Project Manager – Exhibitions, you will be a member of the Operations team and work alongside colleagues to plan and deliver an annual program of exhibitions and events and provide project and operational services that support and enable Cultural Commons strategic objectives.
You will facilitate and manage project teams and oversee the implementation of systems and processes that will ensure effective and efficient outcomes.
About you
You are self-motivated and can respond and adapt in a fast-changing diverse environment with enthusiasm. You are a collaborative person that works well within a team, showing care and respect for colleagues.
You will have:
- Tertiary degree or qualification in a relevant discipline with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- Extensive project management skills and knowledge of production methodologies in a museums and collections context, demonstrating ability to anticipate and manage potential and emerging issues to ensure delivery of project objectives
- Significant experience in budget planning, management and evaluation
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills including the ability to prepare and communicate detailed logistical and technical information
Benefits
- Maximise your benefits through our Salary Packaging scheme
- Flexible family friendly policies, providing generous leave and working conditions
- The opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment
- A substantial discount to eligible staff and their immediate families in undertaking further studies at the University of Melbourne
To find out more, go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits
Culture
The University is a vibrant campus. We have well-established clubs and networks giving the opportunity to engage and collaborate with other staff around the University. We strive to create an environment where staff and students promote culturally inclusive behaviour and activities, ensure cultural differences are heard and explored, and actively seek to learn from other cultures.
How to apply
Your application submitted should include a CV along with your responses against the selection criteria* found in the Position Description for the role.
*For information to assist you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria/competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Position Description http://go.unimelb.edu.au/xh2i
Source: Uniting News