Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 21712
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 02 July 2026
Contact Officer: Rebecca Kite on [email protected] or (02) 6205 3662
Details: artsACT plays a key role in supporting a vibrant arts and cultural sector across the ACT. We develop and implement arts policy, manage funding programs, and provide advice to government on arts development and infrastructure. We also oversee the Public Art Program and contribute to the management of key arts facilities.
We are seeking a capable and organised professional to lead the delivery and administration of arts programs and projects. In this role, you will manage funding programs from end to end, coordinate program timelines and reporting, and ensure high-quality outcomes for both government and sector stakeholders. You will also contribute to policy development by preparing briefings, advice and correspondence that support decision-making.
Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will build strong relationships with artists, arts organisations and government partners. You will monitor program performance, identify risks and emerging issues, and support continuous improvement across program delivery. This role also includes supervising staff and contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
The ACT Public Service is a values-based organisation. We expect all employees to demonstrate respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply:
Please submit the following:
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A current curriculum vitae
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Details of two referees
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An application of a maximum of two pages which addresses each of the Selection Criterion and demonstrates ability to undertake the role requirements.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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