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Program and Operations Manager - Brunswick Mechanics Institute

Next Wave is seeking an experienced Program and Operations Manager to lead Brunswick Mechanics Institute, our newly visioned centre for experimental performance and artist-led learning, in the heart of Moreland.

The successful candidate will possess a comprehensive knowledge of venue management, including financial management and the ability to deliver strategic business initiatives, have proven experience producing multi-faceted arts programs, the ability to seek out and secure partnerships, and a passion for supporting artists making new experimental work. This role significantly contributes to creating a nurturing environment for local artistic and cultural communities, and requires impeccable organisation and project management, dynamism, leadership, creative thinking, problem-solving and the ability to talk to diverse stakeholders.

Next Wave is a values-driven organisation and industry leader, advocating for cultural inclusion, broad accessibility and best practice in environmental sustainability, with deep respect for the traditional custodians of the lands and waters that sustain us, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We value the contributions made by people from a variety of backgrounds, and we believe that the only way to foster and grow a truly inclusive workplace is through a multiplicity of ideas, voices and experiences. We are an equal opportunity workplace and we strongly encourage applications by people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and people with disabilities. We understand the different personal and cultural needs of our staff, and we build flexible working environments to enable all staff to do their best work.

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How to Apply
Applications are due by 11.59pm (AEST) Sunday 6 October 2019. Please submit your application via Recruiterbox as one single PDF document.

Applications must include:
A two-page document that speaks to the Key Competencies listed in the Position Description.
A CV that must include contact details for 2 current referees. A cover letter is not necessary.

You are encouraged to speak with us prior to submitting your application. Enquiries about the position can be directed to Priya Pavri, General Manager on (03) 9329 9422 during business hours. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service. Call 133 677 or head to relayservice.com.au, then ask for 03 9329 9422, during business hours.