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Program Lead - Exhibition Programs


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Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsCreate and deliver exceptional public programs that foster audience engagementVPS 4.1 Full-time, Ongoing positionDrive our annual plan of exhibitions-aligned programs and eventsThe Program Lead, Exhibition Programs creates and delivers innovative public programs and events that amplify the Library''s exhibitions and foster meaningful engagement with adult and stakeholder audiences. These programs are designed to align with the Library''s vision, mission, and business objectives, and expand its reach and impact for audiences.The Program Lead, Exhibition Programs is accountable for the following measurable outcomes:Delivering exceptional public programs and eventsEnsuring robust long-lead planningOptimising team and resource managementDriving data-informed improvementCultivating a culture of agility and excellenceAbout YouThe ideal candidate has strategic planning strengths that ensure day to day planning and work processes are in line with team, Branch, and State Library Victoria strategy. Your fluency with agile project management processes enables you to execute and deliver programs and projects with impact and at scale.You successfully manage budgets, procurement and contracting processes and other administrative systems that enable performance reporting. This underpins your ability to correlate data for continuous improvement and drives your engagement in innovation.In addition, you will bring:Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering exceptional public programs and events that maximise audience engagement and achieve business objectives.Experience in designing and implementing agile project management processes, specifically in the context of exhibition-aligned public programs or a similar cultural/educational context.A track record of observing and implementing measures of continuous improvement to assist the development of diverse income streams through innovative experiences and programs.A solid track record of developing and fostering successful collaborations and relationships with a range of stakeholders in the context of long lead programs.About the LibraryState Library Victoria preserves and shares the stories of Victoria and the world, and is a major destination for stimulating cultural experiences, contemporary debates, and community-driven collecting. We encourage learning, exploration, imagination, and creativity, opening up possibilities for all Victorians.State Library Victoria is a child-safe organisation. A valid Working with Children Check will be required before commencing.State Library Victoria promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from cultural and linguistical diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+, D/deaf, disabled, neurodiverse people and people of all ages and abilities to apply.How to applyPlease click the Apply button to submit your application via Careers.VicThe following documents should be attached to your application:ResumeCover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarising how you meet the key selection criteria in the Position Description.You may also be interested in viewing our Program Lead, Knowledge Precinct role which is being advertised concurrently.Information about how we collect and use your personal information, and how you can contact us, can be found here .Reasonable AdjustmentsWe want all applicants to have an equal opportunity to demonstrate that they are the best person for the job. If you require an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or the provision of a particular access service, please contact employment@slv.vic.gov.auApplications close on Sunday, 20 July 2025 at 11.59pm Australian Eastern Standard Time.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchFrom school assignments to academic research, family activities to family history we can help you discover your story.Explore our world-class collections and fabulous exhibitions. Start a new chapter with our stimulating talks, discussions and special events. On-site or online there is always something new to discover.Our historyEstablished in 1854 as the Melbourne Public Library, State Library Victoria is Australia''s oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.Source: this is an extract from the companys own website.From school assignments to academic research, family activities to family history we can help you discover your story.Explore our world-class collections and fabulous exhibitions. Start a new chapter with our stimulating talks, discussions and special events. On-site or online there is always something new to discover.Our historyEstablished in 1854 as the Melbourne Public Library, State Library Victoria is Australia''s oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.Source: this is an extract from the companys own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsCelebrity Lifestyle Personal Assistant14d agoLearning Online7d agoPublic Library Liaison OfficerVision Australia7d agoResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr