4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is seeking a Director to lead this vital organization.
The Director of 4A will have a passion for and deep knowledge of contemporary Asian and Australian arts and culture. He or she will be an inspiring leader and an entrepreneurial thinker, with the ability to collaborate and to work independently. This position reports directly to the board of the Asian Australian Artists Association (4A).
The Director provides the creative vision, strategic leadership, management expertise, and financial oversight of the 4A Program. The Director leverages 4A’s historical leadership in Australia and its global networks to extend its impact.
The Director oversees a small team, leads the program vision and maintains excellent working relationships with stakeholders.
Critical to the Director’s success is their ability to approach resource building with inventiveness and clarity of purpose, and the capacity to fundraise effectively. The director will work with the board to increase and diversify financial support from individual donors, foundations, sponsors and government funders. He or she will have management and financial responsibility, and a clear understanding of budgets.
Additionally, the Director will lead a dedicated professional staff that includes a Program Manager, Assistant Curator, Communications Coordinator, and casual front-of-house staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program
Developing and implementing a world-class program of exhibitions, public programs and other programs
Leading discussions of contemporary Asian art and culture in Australia
Formulating strategic and artistic visions that maintain and grow 4A’s leadership
Management
Provide effective management of physical, financial and human resources
Lead and manage 4A staff, interns and volunteers
Manage the financial affairs of 4A
Support and report effectively to the Board and its committees
Fundraising
Identify and develop private sector support
Maintain excellent working relationships with government agencies to ensure continued funding for 4A activities
Initiate and implement fundraising programs and events as necessary
Secure financial and in-kind support for 4A’s activities from government and non-government sources including sponsors, foundations and private donors.
Leadership/Strategic
Develop and monitor 4A’s strategic plan
Develop strategies to increase membership
Build new working relationships and enhance existing ones with respect to program, funding and cultural advocacy
Maintain excellent relationships with other arts organisations nationally and internationally to ensure 4A’s continued leadership in the field
Develop and maintain relationships with all stakeholders including government funding agencies; all tiers of government; donors and foundations, and corporate partners
Communications/Advocacy
Present a visible and accessible public face and represent 4A in the public domain
Communicate 4A and its mission nationally and internationally in a range of different forums
Work collaboratively with other cultural organisations; develop networks and relationships with both local and international stakeholders
Present and liaise with media to promote 4A’s programs and mission
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APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BY EMAIL AND CLOSE ON 17 APRIL 2015
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email your application, containing the following 4 documents, to Hannah@4a.com.au by 17 April 2015.
Application to include:
Cover letter – outlining your interest in and suitability for the role
Current CV
Competency statement addressing selection criteria. (Point form is sufficient)
Two referees and their contact details
For inquiries on the application process, please contact: Hannah@4a.com.au
