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Full-time Fixed term contract for 12 months Band 7: $105483 - $118035 plus superannuation plus monthly ADO. Lead a range of creative projects and partnerships in a vibrant and supportive team.Job SummaryAre you creative & community minded? Able to develop & manage multiple engaging projects and driven to support regional creatives? This role is for you!About Baw Baw Shire CouncilA Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You''ll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culturefirst workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about. Our organisation comprises a multicultural workplace of around 400 fulltime, parttime and casual employees all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life balance, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs. We invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired and encourage the exploration of new ideas. Located just an hour away from Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria''s fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne''s CBD and suburbs.About the RoleA wonderful opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic creative professional to join our Arts team. This role works across internal teams, external community groups and regional partners to support opportunities for our creative community and grow the creative ecology of the region.ResponsibilitiesManage the exhibition program for the West Gippsland Arts Centre (WGAC>Administrate the Arts & Culture FundFacilitate the Arts & Cultural Advisory Committee meetings and activitiesSupport local creative groups with advice and supportParticipate in regionwide initiativesManage the Public Art & Civic Art CollectionsAbout the Successful CandidateAs the successful candidate you will have great interpersonal and very strong communication skills. You will have a strong understanding of the Arts sector and very strong project management and community engagement skills. You are able to manage your time independently to develop and deliver a diverse range of projects which are at various stages. You easily nurture relationships with a broad range of people across the organisation, community and Arts sectors. You are able to lead and inspire a small team and contribute to strategic plans and reports for the wider organisation. You are committed to supporting the creative industries and have a cando approach to creative problem solving. You are a team player who contributes positively to the strong supportive culture of the team. You can balance new ideas and initiatives with realistic delivery and risk assessments to set projects and people up for success.Qualifications or significant experience working in Arts administration is essential. Leadership and local government experience is highly desirable. Experience in public art would be favourable. A valid Working with Children Check and Victorian Drivers Licence is required for this role.Why You''ll Love Working at Baw Baw ShireWe believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Hybrid work is the norm here for roles that can support it. Flexible work options. Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs. Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time). Career development opportunities. Study/development assistance. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). A thriving Social Club. Close to public transport. Ample free parking nearby.Further Information and How to ApplyTo apply please review the position description and complete your application directly through our website including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.Applications close Tuesday 5 pm (AEST) 27 January 2026 and must be submitted directly through the Baw Baw Shire Council website.Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr